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During this holiday season, it's not a question of whether stress will build, but when and how much. In turn, for most of us, when stress and tension builds, our patience for ourselves and others tends to wane. We talk to ourselves in a way we would never speak to another friend. We call ourselves "stupid", "fat", "lazy", "a failure", "incompetent", and so many other discouraging words. As our minds spin these thoughts, most of the time without awareness, a whole cycle ensues between our physical bodies, emotions, and behavior. When calling ourselves "a failure" or "incompetent" we may notice our bodies feeling more tired, and emotions of shame, guilt, or sadness rising, along with behaviors of procrastination or isolation. So what can we do to get out of this cycle? Here's how......
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