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	<title>Richard Kaloust Relaxation Techniques</title>
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	<description>Richard Kaloust Easy to learn and easy to implement Problem Solving Techniques</description>
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		<title>Relaxation Techniques for Stress or Anxiety.</title>
		<description><![CDATA[If you are feeling anxious or stressed or having difficulties sleeping, relaxation techniques can be useful in helping to calm your mind and body.
The following are some relaxation techniques you can try. Ideally, if you can, practise one or more of them on a daily basis. The techniques are designed to help you switch off [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://richard-kaloust.org/relaxation-techniques-for-stress-or-anxiety/</link>
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		<title>Relaxation Techs</title>
		<description><![CDATA[1. Massage
Massage your body with sweet-smelling herbal oil especially lavender or rosewater. These scents relax your mind and soothe your frayed nerves. Using essential oils can evoke calming responses in your brain and you will feel at peace. Massage will help to relax your body and your muscles You can add few drops of lavender [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://richard-kaloust.org/relaxation-techs/</link>
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		<title>Stress Management Interventions May Enhance Immune Function in People With HIV</title>
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Stress management interventions may help to improve immune function and coping skills in HIV-positive individuals, according to a study published in the Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology. NCCAM-funded researchers from Virginia Commonwealth University assessed three interventions: cognitive-behavioral relaxation training (physical and mental relaxation techniques and active coping skills); focused tai chi training (exercises for balance, [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://richard-kaloust.org/stress-management-interventions-may-enhance-immune-function-in-people-with-hiv/</link>
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		<title>Benefits of Public Speaking</title>
		<description><![CDATA[“As long as there are human rights to be defended; as long as there are great interests to be guarded; as long as the welfare of nations is a matter for discussion, so long will public speaking have its place.” - William Jennings Bryan
The Personal and Practical benefits of using a few simple concepts to overcome [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://richard-kaloust.org/benefits-of-public-speaking/</link>
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		<title>Annoying Public Speaking Habits</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Here are some annoying public speaking habits. They can be deal breakers, so avoid these annoying habits at all costs!

Voice Trailing Off – Many speakers let their voices trail off at the end of every sentence. The audience can hear the first part of their sentence, but they have no idea what pearls of wisdom [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://richard-kaloust.org/annoying-public-speaking-habits/</link>
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		<title>Overcoming Fear of Public Speaking</title>
		<description><![CDATA[“According to most studies, people’s number one fear is public speaking. Number two is death.” - Jerry Seinfeld
If you have the fear of public speaking, you are not alone. You must first recognize what “fear” is. Fear is the anticipation of pain. Is your fear real or imagined?
Here are some great insights into Overcoming Fear of [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://richard-kaloust.org/overcoming-fear-of-public-speaking/</link>
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		<title>Visualization Relaxation</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Visualization is a technique which can be used as a part of progressive relaxation or by itself. If used as a part of progressive relaxation, go into visualization after the body is relaxed.






 If used by itself, take 3 deep breaths to help slow the body down before using the visualization. In creating the images, [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://richard-kaloust.org/visualization-relaxation/</link>
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		<title>Progressive Relaxation</title>
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1. Lie on your back with your eyes closed, feet slightly apart, arms  slightly away from sides, and palms upward.2. Allow your breath to slow down. Put your entire attention on the breath as it moves in and out. (Pause 20 counts.)
3. Tense the muscles of your feet. (Pause 5 counts and gently relax.  Pause 20 counts. REPEAT.)
4. Tense [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://richard-kaloust.org/progressive-relaxation/</link>
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		<title>24 Powerful Relaxation Techniques</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Implementing an effective routine for “relaxing” is the key to dealing with stress and anxiety in your life.  Here are 24 of the most powerful (and unique) exercises you can begin trying today:
1. Take a Cold Shower
It may not be relaxing while you are doing it, but taking a cold shower is a fantastic way to [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://richard-kaloust.org/24-powerful-relaxation-techniques/</link>
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		<title>24 Powerful Relaxation Techniques</title>
		<description><![CDATA[11. Have Your Favorite Dessert– Guilt Free!
That’s right—a few times a month treat yourself to the sweet craving you constantly deny yourself.  Realize that consistent denial causes tension, and allowing yourself indulgences, within reason, is a great tool for relaxation.
12. Curl Up With a Really Good Book
For me, nothing is more relaxing than sitting in my home [...]]]></description>
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