Try: Try to encourage cr to exercise exercise time will not only keep cr’s body healthy and strong but will also distract him her from thinking too much about stressors which can lead to episodes of emotional highs or lows even just half an hour of jogging or an hour at the gym will usually improve cr’s well-being also make sure that cr gets enough sleep this is a bit trickier than most people think because you obviously cannot simply barge in on cr’s bedroom to check if he she is asleep neither can you monitor his her sleep all night long you can however help regulate sleep by making sure that the cr has already finished most of his her tasks by afternoon and that he she has an early supper this way cr will have enough time for sleep also make sure that you wake up cr early and at the same time each day so that a regular sleeping pattern will form next check on the types of foods that the cr takes in it has been said that a person is what he eats this is partly true because there are various chemical compounds in food that can give feelings of elation such as chocolates or which can possibly make cr depressed such as excessive alcohol make sure that cr eats a balanced meal with plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables make sure that cr is able to take in all of the meds on schedule just as important as taking in medication make sure that cr does not overdose on his medications try to reduce the stressors in the environment which can trigger over emotional episodes in cr if cr works make sure that the work atmosphere is relaxed enough to accommodate cr at home also make sure that the family members do not stress cr too much

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Categories: Sage, Topic, Emotional Psychological, Medical Physical

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References: how to prevent bipolar disorder by quentin patterson no date available at www howtodothings com

Keywords: Euphoric euphoria emotional manic depressive episodes emotional highs and lows hyperactive hyper hyperactivity in a rut

*This information is listed as a Tip and is not explicitly medically licensed

Try: Suggest that cr shut off the stimulation when cr gets home suggest that he she avoid turning on the tv or turning up the volume on the radio cr may also want to avoid going online and turn off his her cell phone cr meeds to disconnect him herself from the world and all the technological tools so he she can allow him herself some time to decompress if cr is feeling hyper and needs to stop suggest that cr avoid surrounding him herself with people for the moment suggest that cr stop smoking though cr may find the act of smoking relaxing the nicotine itself can actually cause cr to become hyper suggest that cr try to sit down and meditate suggest that cr close his her eyes and focus on his her breathing suggest that cr take deep breaths using the diaphragm and avoid taking short shallow breaths as cr exhales suggest that cr mentally push out all negativity and stress in his her system encourage cr to set aside his her worries and fill him herself with a soft warm glow of healing light advise cr to be mindful of how his her heart rate slows down as he she slows down his her breathing suggest that cr exercise if cr has so much excess energy that cru just can’t keep still then he she needs to find creative ways to expend that energy cr may want to try running or boxing organized sports may not help if cr can’t sit still long enough to listen to the rules of the game encourage cr to go out and get tired exercise releases endorphins in the brain that help cr feel good and it’s a natural way to expend energy that is also good for cr suggest that cr try to exercise in the morning or no later than later afternoon if cr raises his her heart rate too close to bedtime he she will have trouble getting to sleep remind cr to watch what he she eats sugar and caffeine are big nos if cr is trying to reduce his her hyperness

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Categories: Sage, Topic, Emotional Psychological, Medical Physical, Personal

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References: how to stop being hyper by patricia graves no date available at www howtodothings com

Keywords: Hyper hyperactivity calm down too excited euphioria euphoric

*This information is listed as a Tip and is not explicitly medically licensed

Try: Help cr learn to recognize the signs of a panic attack for example cr may be standing still and going about his her business when he she suddenly feels his her heart rate goes up this might be causing cr’s panic attack when cr has a panic attack he she may get shortness of breath develop cold sweat cold and clammy hands have a buzzing or ringing sound in his her ears and an escalated sense of anxiety cr may either feel like the world is closing in or he she might feel that he she is drowning in a sea of people cr needs to know the physical symptoms so that he she can identify clearly if he she is having a panic attack suggest that cr take deep breaths this will help cr slow down his her breathing encourage cr to slow things down suggest that cr take a deep breath and exhale slowly when cr does this a few times he she will notice that the symptoms will decrease if cr is feeling overwhelmed by all the noise and visual stimulation suggest that cr close his her eyes till he she is able to reorient him herself again while cr has his her eyes closed suggest that he she take deep breaths another thing cr can do while he she is having a panic attack is to find a quiet and less crowded place if cr is walking on the street and gets a panic attack cr may want to head in a nearby coffee shop to sit down a few minutes to compose him herself cr may also try sitting on a nearby bench or finding a bathroom if cr finds the restroom suggest that he she go to the sink and douse his her face with some cold water this may help settle cr as cr physically rinses his her face suggest that he she take deep breaths and try to relax suggest that cr call a friend or trusted relative if cr can’t get his her bearings suggest that he she call someone on his her cell phone that can talk to cr through the calming process ideally it should be someone who is familiar with cr’s situation

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Categories: Sage, Topic, Emotional Psychological, Medical Physical, Personal, Social

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References: how to survive a panic attack in a public place by quentin patterson no date available at www howtodothings com

Keywords: Panic attack anxious nervous anxiety

*This information is listed as a Tip and is not explicitly medically licensed

Try: Try taking a relaxing bath before bed time to help get a good night’s sleep try to manage the morning hours better for example if cr has a lot to accomplish until he she has to go to work suggest that he she develop a morning routine that he she will follow suggest that cr make a list of all the things that he she normally does and set a time table for each and stick to it so he she does not lose precious time suggest that cr put his her schedule on the fridge so that he she is always reminded of his her routine encourage cr to avoid stressful confrontations remind cr to stay calm and relaxed even in the midst of the morning chaos fighting with other members in the household will drain the energy out of cru so avoid these confrontations as much as possible suggest that cr listen to relaxing music while cr is doing chores cr could try popping a cd into the cd player and sing or whistle along to the songs to relieve stress instrumental music also works suggest that cr keep his her house clean and organized so that he she can easily find what he she needs encourage cr to take time for him herself before cr starts his her daily routine suggest that cr sip his her coffee and do a few minutes of exercise this will get cr up and running cr can also meditate or do yoga to calm his her nerves and mind encourage cr to be optimistic suggest that cr believe the she will have a good day ahead this will make cr more willing to go through with his her morning ritual suggest that cr keep a positive vibe all throughout the day so that next morning he she is energized and invigorated

Materials: Pen and paper music cds and cd player

Categories: Sage, Topic, Emotional Psychological, Medical Physical, Personal

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References: how to reduce morning stress by norman bailey no date available at www howtodothings com

Keywords: Stress morning routine morning rush organization organized hyper hyperactive disorganized

*This information is listed as a Tip and is not explicitly medically licensed

Try: Encourage cr to stay hopeful during uncertain times hope usually wafts away when cr ceases being hopeful he she can’t see the new opportunities that come his her way and in the end trap cr where he she is at the moment encourage cr to try his her hardest to stay positive about his her situation encourage cr to believe that difficulty and uncertainty will soon fade away suggest that cr be open to learning uncertainty brings about life lessons that cr might not learn from any other experience encourage cr to find out what these lessons are perhaps they’re about keeping cr’s faith in the sea of uncertainties perhaps they’re about being humble to accept help from people perhaps they’re about persevering to achieve goals remind cr that every difficulty is an opportunity to learn remind cr that he she will waste this opportunity if he she sinks him herself deep into fear encourage cr to draw strength from his her family when cr feels like giving up suggest that cr turn to his her family for encouragement suggest that cr avoid putting on the happy mask but instead honestly open his her heart to them encourage cr to tell them what he she is going through how he she is feeling and what he she is thinking so they can give cr the help that he she needs suggest that cr pray prayer changes things it may not change the situation but it will change cr’s heart and perspectives encourage cr to believe whatever it is he she is praying for it might take a while for cr’s prayer to be fulfilled but it will be fulfilled anyway help cr distract him herself from fear fear will always creep back paralyzing cr’s hope and destabilizing his her faith if cr begins to be fearful again help cr find ways to shun the fear away there are actually plenty of things that cr can do to distract him her and eventually remove fear from his her heart suggest that cr try for example reading the bible and inspirational books develop a new hobby join group activities encourage cr to discover him herself going through uncertain times will give cr opportunities to know him her in a different level cr will be surprised at his her inner strength perseverance and focus the things cr hasn’t known before about him herself will be revealed to him her if cr knows him herself a lot better he she will have one reason to be thankful for experiencing uncertainties cr will come out of his her situation more mature and more aware of his her strengths

Materials: Bible or inspirational books

Categories: Sage, Topic, Emotional Psychological, Medical Physical, Personal, Social

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References: how to survive during uncertain times by matthew bennett no date available at www howtodothings com

Keywords: Uncertainty anxiety worries anxious nervous scared

*This information is listed as a Tip and is not explicitly medically licensed

Try: Encourage cr to recognize that he she has a problem if cr avoids being in denial then he she can address the problem help cr eat only when he she is hungry for example encourage cr to learn to start listening tohis her body’s hunger signals once again help cr avoid eating out of routine boredom or any other reason than because he she is hungry suggest that cr ask him herself these questions do you feel a rumbling in your tummy are you hungry when you wake up this may help cr learn to distinguish a real physical hunger suggest that cr control his her food portions remind cr to listen to his her body as he she eats suggest that cr try to savor the food he she is eating and enjoy the food advise cr to wait at least twenty minutes before he she goes back for seconds or thirds it takes that long for a person’s body to register that it is full suggest that cr eat smaller portions cr might try using smaller plates to make it seem like his her food is overflowing from the plate this will give cr the visual signal that he she still has a lot of food emcourage cr to avoid using food to fill up emptiness in his her life binge eaters often use food as a substitute for friends a relationship or to stuff down their authentic feelings sometimes it’s easier for cr to eat away his her pain rather than face it encourage cr to get to the bottom of the emotional issue that is causing him her to feel angry sad hurt depressed or empty and unfulfilled suggest that cr find other activities other than eating encourage cr to develop other interests so cr doesn’t always think about food join an exercise group take up painting volunteer time organize a youth church group cr needs to find other things that will give him her a feeling of satisfaction and acceptance other than from food

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Categories: Sage, Topic, Emotional Psychological, Medical Physical, Personal, Social

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References: how to stop binge eating by veronica hawkins no date available at www howtodothings com

Keywords: Binge eating eats too much hunger food eating disorder compulsive eating

*This information is listed as a Tip and is not explicitly medically licensed

Try: Encourage cr to learn as much as possible about the grieving process you could suggest that cr do some research on the internet or the library help cr determine the specific type of grief support group that he she wants to set up by specifying the type of grief that the members have experienced it will be easier for the members to focus on their issues and connect to each other and eventually help each other out set some operational rules there are some support groups that are more focused on story-sharing as a way for the members to deal with their grief while there are others that are focused more on lectures from guest speakers there are some other groups that combine both the lecture and the sharing approach cr should have some operational rules on how he she will tackle the grieving process and how the group itself will work suggest that cr try to do research on how other grief support groups conduct their meetings so cr can get a better idea help cr find members if you or cr know anyone that you feel may be grieving you can personally approach him be careful however because people in various stages of the grieving process react differently there are some who will welcome the help while others who will shy away from it or downright ignore you suggest that cr post advertisements on the internet in online forums communities and even cr’s social networking sites once cr has the members and the operational rules cr can start with his her first meeting make sure that cr goes through introductions first clarifies the goals of the support group and allows the various members to get to know each other with these initial plans in place cr and his her group members could go on their way towards finding hope amidst the grief

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Categories: Sage, Topic, Emotional Psychological, Personal

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References: how to start a grief support group by norman bailey no date available at www howtodothings com

Keywords: Support groups grief grieving loss of spouse self help

*This information is listed as a Tip and is not explicitly medically licensed

Try: Encourage cr to think about warm thoughts and warm places suggest that the cr open the blinds or draw the curtains to let the sunlight into the home during the day encourage cr to get enough natural light during the day and increase the wattage in light bulbs used at night the cr also could consider using light bulbs that simulate natural sunlight the cr could also place large mirrors in certain areas of the house to reflect light the cr could also stoke the fireplace or light up some tropical scented candles during the night to get more warmth counterbalance the cold with either physical or perceived warmth suggest that the cr turn up the heater or use tropical-themed home adornments such as vibrant placemats and lively and warm colored curtains suggest that the cr invite friends to a cabin fever party give it an authentic tropical beach theme by turning up the heat donning hawaiian outfits and serving fruity drinks with umbrellas a little summer music can also add to the illusion that cr and his or her friends are all far away from winter this may help drive away the winter blues for both the cr and his or her friends if money is not an issue suggest that cr plan a vacation even one weekend away from a snowed-in house can do wonders for cr’s spirit there are plenty of things cr can do on a getaway trip if cr can’t afford the trip now he or she could start planning for it this will keep cr busy anticipation of a tropical vacation will also help keep the cr’s spirits up encourage the cr to move about and be active encourage cr to avoid hibernating even if the weather temps him or her to do encourage the cr to exercise or make it a habit to go on daily walks movement and exercise will help cr get warm and shake off that lazy feeling the cr could also consider joining a gym if he or she can afford it workouts may help take cr’s mind off the dreary weather for a few hours while keeping the body active if cr prefers to stay home consider putting some dance music on you also could dig up the cr cr’s old aerobics or yoga videos and encourage him or her to start exercising suggest that the cr start projects that he or she has wanted to do for example the cr could organize his or her closet or make a scrapbook now is the best time to get to it encourage cr to keep his or her mind and hands busy before the cr knows it spring will come along encourage the cr to enjoy the unique things that come with winter weather for example holidays such thanksgiving christmas new years day and valentine’s day there also may be birthdays to celebrate in addition college football winds down with all of the bowl games just as basketball kicks into high gear march madness brings the ncaa basketball tournament and the winter olympics will roll around once every four years encourage the cr to do indoor activities that can be done regardless of the weather for example go to museums concerts programs at the library or local senior center and so on encourage the cr to not to let the dreary weather get him or her down remind the cr that the gloomy winter months can affect one’s physical and mental state however this can easily offset by a positive attitude warming up the environment and engaging in fun activities

Materials: Tropical-themed home adornments higher wattage light bulbs large mirrors tropical scented candles hawaiian themed party favors hawaiian themed clothing fruity or hawaiian drinks lively music exercise videos

Categories: Emotional Psychological, Medical Physical, Social, Fully Aware, Somewhat Aware

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References: Adapted from www howtodothings com how to think tropical to help winter blues by zaire scott no date

Keywords: Winter depression emotional spirits thinking positive exercise socializing

*This information is listed as a Tip and is not explicitly medically licensed

Try: Encourage cr to take a deep breath taking a deep breath will help cr focus on the task at hand and at the same time calm him her down help cr find something to focus on if cr is required to do a task that scares him her finding something to focus his her thoughts on will allow cr to get the job done it can be an object far away or close at hand this allows cr’sr mind to block out the other thoughts that are running through it and help cr zero in on the task at hand encourage cr to take small steps the best thing to do is to take small steps in accomplishing the task cr is so scared of help cr try to break down the task into small segments and then go about accomplishing each segment of the task until he she completes the whole for example if cr has to empty out a dirty trash bin you can help cr by breaking it down to removing the trash bags first and then move on to other pieces of trash until the trash bin is empty try to motivate cr to jump in and do it if taking small steps isn’t an option you may just suggest that cr close his her eyes and decide to just do it just like ripping off a band-aid sometimes the best course of action is to brace oneself and just pull the positive thing about this approach is that whatever it is cr is afraid of it gets done without any second thought try to convince cr that his her fear of a task is all in his her head oncecru realizes this fact it will be easy for him her to overcome fear and get the task done help cr find a process to overcome his her fear of doing something and he she should be able to function even when facing things he she is afraid of

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Categories: Sage, Topic, Emotional Psychological, Personal

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References: how to take action despite being scared by matthew bennett no date available at www howtodothings com

Keywords: Motivation fear hyperventilates stress scared

*This information is listed as a Tip and is not explicitly medically licensed

Try: Remind cr not to feel guilty for neglecting other tasks or people in his her life the mental health day is his her day suggest that cr take the whole day to relax having a mental health day means cr should really rest and relax his her body and mind it is not a day for cr to do his her chores or to run errands encourage cr to treat this day as a day for him her to recuperate from the stressors in his her life suggest that cr stay in bed listen to restful music take some warm chicken soup and catch up with his her reading suggest that cr be strategic in deciding what day to take as a mental health day it’s probably best that cr choose a day in between stressful days so he she can recharge his her mental batteries for example if the beginning of the week is stressful then suggest that cr take wednesday off cr may want to consider taking a mental health day when he she has nothing ion his her schedule cr may want to let others know he she is taking a mental health day so he she will not be bothered by situations or people that are causing him her stress help cr learn to value his her mental health and give his her mind the opportunity to rest and relax now and then

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Categories: Sage, Topic, Emotional Psychological, Personal

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References: how to take a mental health day by linda hightower no date available at www howtodothings com

Keywords: Mental health stress worries anxiety

*This information is listed as a Tip and is not explicitly medically licensed