http://community.advanceweb.com/blogs/pt_4/archive/2009/06/24/bringing-balance-to-our-stressful-schedules.aspxStress - noun (from dictionary.com) 1. the physical pressure, pull, or other force exerted on one thing by another. 2. a specific response by the body to a stimulus, as fear or pain, that disturbs or interferes with the normal physiological equilibriumenCommunityServer 2.1 SP2 (Debug Build: 61120.2)http://community.advanceweb.com/blogs/pt_4/archive/2009/06/24/bringing-balance-to-our-stressful-schedules.aspx#39444Mon, 29 Jun 2009 17:40:05 GMT06d5312c-37b9-406e-be84-460d8d21f4fc:39444Janey Goude<p>Physical exercise is an excellent stress reliever. &nbsp;</p> <p>My husband and I were just talking about how difficult it is to get our minds to settle at home...so many things to take our attention. &nbsp;So one thought is when you are scheduling quiet time, also designate a special spot for that time that isn't associated with other activities...go to the same place so your mind becomes trained to be quiet at that time in that place. &nbsp;My sister-in-law has a special chair...she only sits there during her quiet time.</p> <p>I might have to go to Iowa to find a place not associated with other activities!! &nbsp;But it's an idea someone else might be able to incorporate :-)</p> <p>Warmly,</p> <p>Janey</p> http://community.advanceweb.com/blogs/pt_4/archive/2009/06/24/bringing-balance-to-our-stressful-schedules.aspx#39400Fri, 26 Jun 2009 13:51:39 GMT06d5312c-37b9-406e-be84-460d8d21f4fc:39400Ruth<p>I try to program at least 30 minutes of quiet time into my day every day. &nbsp;No TV, music or distraction, then see how long it takes my brain to stop spinning and become peaceful. &nbsp;Sadly, it takes much longer than 30 minutes. &nbsp;Walking and jogging also help</p>