Today's Stress Tip..by G. Gaynor McTigue..THU.9/01/05

Don't seek success on the failure of others.

Seek it on your own merit. Trying to gain advantage hoping others will stumble, or waging a campaign to hurt or discredit them, serves only to bring down the level of dignity all around. It engenders negativity, discord and tension. Whatever the area of involvement -- job, government, community, or family -- everyone should support each other in working toward common ideals. It's counter-productive to wish for things to get worse, just so you can make your case or improve your position. Strive to be an active contributor, not a stealthy detractor. Your success will be more highly regarded when it's an outgrowth of excellence, not a byproduct of failure. Why make yourself crazy?

Based on G. Gaynor McTigue's acclaimed book Why Make Yourself Crazy? featured in major publications and on talk shows across America.
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Boil your children's choices down to either/or.

Getting your kids involved in decision-making is a good thing. It teaches them responsibility, builds confidence and self-reliance. But giving them too many choices can be confusing, stressful and overwhelming. (Just as it is for adults!) So simplify their selection process. Examples: "Would you like to go to the park today? Or do a craft?" "Do you want to wear your blue shirt, or the yellow?" Also, couching an unwanted prospect in a choice can make it more palatable: "It's time for bed. Would you like me to read this story...or that one?" Uncomplicated either/or decisions. They'll make your child's life easier. They'll make your life easier. Why make yourself crazy?

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