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FROM THE EDITOR
AUTHOR AFFIRMATIONS
AUTHOR DR. LATARSHA HOLDEN
AUTHOR LAWANNA BRADFORD
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FIVE STRESS RELIEF EXERCISES AUTHOR ANASTASIA A. JACKSON BY CYNTHIA BAKER
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AUTHOR DR. KETRA L. DAVENPORT-KING
AUTHOR CHIMIA Y. HILL-BURTON
AUTHOR COREY PALMER
10 THINGS TO DO NOW TO CHANGE YOUR LIFE FOREVER BY CHRISTY WILLIAMSON
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AUTHOR LATICIA NICOLE
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It is with great joy to say to you that you are a MIRACLE & you have Greatness in and outside of you
Dr. Renee Sunday THE PLATFORM BUILDER
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Five stress relief exercises by Cynthia Baker Are you dealing with stress most of the day and have pressure at work? Then it is essential to take a break or else you will be exhausted. Our body is neither a machine nor are we robots. As human, our body needs proper attention, and we must care for our physical and mental health. 1.Exercise: How does exercise relief stress: Exercise plays a crucial role in our fitness. By staying fit, you will be able to maintain both physical and mental health. Regular activities play a vital role in dealing with your stress by reducing anxiety and depression. Exercise helps you to relieve stress by increasing the level of your endorphin hormone. These are also known as the feel-good hormone of our body. Exercise is one of the most important things you can do to combat stress. The benefits are strongest when you exercise regularly. People who exercise regularly are less likely to experience anxiety . 8
There are a few reasons behind this: Stress hormones: Exercise lowers your body’s stress hormones — such as cortisol — in the long run. It also helps release endorphins, which are chemicals that improve your mood and act as natural painkillers. Sleep: Exercise can also improve your sleep quality, which can be negatively affected by stress and anxiety. Confidence: When you exercise regularly, you may feel more competent and confident in your body, which in turn promotes mental wellbeing. Walking: Walking is probably the most effective and easiest way to relieve stress. Trust me; if you are walking in your balcony, roof, or even in the house, you are going to have a lot of its benefits. According to studies, people who go for a walk have a lower stress level compared to the ones who doesn’t go for a walk. 9
2. Dancing: If you want to reduce stress in a fun way, then dancing is a good option. The good thing about it is that there are no rules to follow. You will not only feel relaxed and happy but will enjoy many health benefits. 3. Light a candle: Using essential oils or burning a scented candle may help reduce your feelings of stress and anxiety. Some scents are soothing, especially lavender and Frankincense. 4. Reduce your caffeine intake: Caffeine is a stimulant found in coffee, tea, chocolate and energy drinks. High doses can increase anxiety. People have different thresholds for how much caffeine they can tolerate. If you notice that caffeine makes you jittery or anxious, consider cutting back. 5. Write it down: One way to handle stress is to write things down. While recording what you’re stressed about is one approach, another is jotting down what you’re grateful for. Gratitude may help relieve stress and anxiety by focusing your thoughts on what’s positive in your life. 10
DR. KETRA L. DAVENPORT-KING
An author is an individual whose goal is to share their story, experiences, and creativity with the world. As a first time published author, my goal is to reach a group of people through my journey of being a victim to now a survivor.
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author affirmations
1. I am a world-class writer and I am primed to become a bestselling author! 2. When the writer in me connects with the reader in me, magic happens! 3. Writing is my statement to the world! Today my statement is amazing! 4. I know what my audience wants and I deliver it every time! 5. Today I am attracting the ideal writing opportunities for me.
Bonus!!! 6. Inspiration for my writing flows to me from everywhere!
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10. Gratitude GOD has given us many blessings to be thankful for, but we do not even think about it. However, whenever you feel frustrated, look around, and see the things that you have. If work, happiness, or those without which the concept of life seems incomplete, thankfulness starts to arise automatically, thinking to yourself what would life be like if there were no hands or lost legs? People who take on the habit of giving thanks also have good hope for survival. There are ways you can do this, or at least in your mind, be thankful for your life and the things you have found in life.
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