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34 Instant Stress-Busters, Quick tips to de-stress fast with no extra time or money

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I purchased Aila Accad's book at a time in my life when it seems the stress was building from all directions (recent death of my mother, a sister diagnosed with breast cancer, owning my own business, and an adult daughter returning home--with her pets!). I keep Ms. Accad's book handy and randomly choose one of the many tips when I need a break; her tip works everytime! I recommend "34 Instant Stress-Busters" for anyone--whether their life is crazy or not. The tips are not only effective, they often provide inspirational motivation as well.

Review of 34 Instant Stress-Busters
By Aila Accad, RN, MSN

The author, Aila Accad, in this very practical book, gives quick tips to de-stress fast with no extra time or money needed. This book is short but comprehensive covering the major areas of typical need: body, mind, emotions, relationships, and spirit. She not only explains to readers what to do, she also explains how to do it and why it works. At the end of each chapter, this book has a de-stress plan which readers can personalize for themselves by answering key questions and filling in the blanks. There are also "Daily Declarations" which reprogram readers' minds in a positive way. At the end of her book, this author gives a generous list of "Recommended Resources," which includes Articles, Books, CDs, DVDs, MP3s, Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), De-Stress Coaching, Women's Retreats, Online Sites, and her Newsletter. This book merits a five-star rating.

Accad, in quick tip # 30, explains that addictive behaviors, regardless of the manifestation, are ways to handle and escape from stress. This, of course, is ineffective. She wisely stated, "Belief in a Higher Power is central to 12-step recovery programs for addictions of all kinds." This works well if people have a positive conception of God or Higher Power. Unfortunately, many people have a very negative conception of God or Higher Power due to having been spiritually abused by fear-based religion. Thus, they cannot turn their lives over to the control of such a Higher Power. My book, Spiritual Terrorism, which expounds love-based religion of all major faiths, empowers victims of spiritual abuse to cognitively restructure their negative conception of God or Higher Power into a very positive one which then makes it possible for them to trust God or Higher Power for help, guidance, and strength for busting the ultimate stressor--spiritual terrorism, the most extreme form of spiritual abuse.

Boyd C. Purcell, Ph.D., author
Spiritual Terrorism: Spiritual Abuse
from the Womb to the Tomb
Spiritual Terrorism: Spiritual Abuse from the Womb to the Tomb

Ok, I give up, where else can you find an author, who can take a complex subject, break it down into simple septs and make it understandbale to everyone. I have a life time of working in these fields . Keeping something simple and understandbale is always a difficult job. No contest, Five Star's

I bought Aila's book after attending one of her workshops. I was impressed with her as a speaker and expert on stress. I've not only read her book, I usually have it with me. It has been such a blessing. I've also used the Instant Stress-Busters in an Intensive Outpatient Program with group therapy patients where stress is the name of the game. After attending a 2nd workshop and using her book with such success, I recommend buying one for the people who stress you out! Enjoy your new 'less stressed' life.

I had Aila on my radio show and what a delightful time we had discussing her book. It is comprehensive, easy to understand, quick to read and the results are instantaneous. You can't get a better book that tells you how to reduce stress quickly, why each tip works and provides a plan of action as well as declarations to 'prevent' stress from even starting. It's a great book with a lot of information in a short reading period. Thank you Aila for the gift you have brought to all of us!

T Love, RMT, CST
Energy Awareness Radio

Like most things good (good advice, good medicine, etc.), I tend to reach for this book when the journey becomes a bit bumpy. No matter -- the straight-forward approach of this book allows easy implementation for IMMEDIATE results. I highly recommend this book (if you cannot see the author at a workshop or seminar).

Aila Accad has written a beautifully-organized, easy-to-read quick reference manual with quick tips for de-stressing, any time you need to. Simple advice like "breathe" or "stop shoulding on yourself" quickly help you get your mind back to the present moment and the action steps you can take now. That puts your power back where it belongs - with you. You can even pick out areas where you're feeling stressed (body, mind, emotions, spirit, or relationships) and get immediate relief. Consider carrying this little gem with you anytime you're headed out into a stressful day.

This is one of the least expensive of all methods of reducing stress that I have seen.
AND IT WORKS!!!
It isn't a huge boring book either.
You can read it in usually under and hour and it is
packed with common sense information.
I strongly suggest that, if you have stress,
get this book, read it and apply its message.

34 Instant Stress-Busters, Quick tips to de-stress fast with no extra time or money

I have some real simple feedback for you. This book is true to its word- you really just keep it handy and read it when you feel stressed. I have one on my desk!

Beautifully organized, easy to follow and practical to implement, Aila has created an incredible guide to de-stress in all areas of your life. For the busy, stressed out soul, you will be able to quickly read and apply each principle into your everyday life. Aim to master a few techniques bit by bit and suddenly you will find yourself with far greater energy, more relaxed and with more joy flowing through your veins. A must read for anyone feeling stuck, stressed and unhappy.

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