Stress Management To Improve Your Performance

Someone shared this with me and I found it to be very insightful and helpful. The information I am going to share in this post is compiled of different ways to relive stress in your life as well as informing you of different things that may be causing stress.

     Research indicates that a person will react to stressful situations based upon the temperament style that he or she was born into. For example, aggressive people have “anger management”, expressive people have “emotional management”, passive people have “self-esteem management” and analytical people have “stress management.” In other words, people who tend to be extremely detailed, organized, critical and shy attract stress into their lives like metal shavings are drawn to a magnet.
     The major behaviors associated with people under stress include; aloofness, increased sadness, panic attacks, overly sarcastic humor and extreme negative self-talk. Stress occurs when an analytical or “melancholy” type of person is overwhelmed by his or her attempts to balance their physical, financial, personal, spiritual and career interests. The long-term affects of prolonged stress are accumulative and can be physically and mentally damaging over time. Stress manifests in the body as TMJ / teeth grinding, tension headaches, neck / shoulder pain and lower back pain. Here are several practical ideas that you can use to help you dramatically reduce your stress level and live a much more productive life.


Stress Management Tips
1. Get plenty of sleep.
2. Eat balanced meals and avoid eating junk food.
3. Drink plenty of water and avoid nicotine, excessive caffeine and other stimulants.
4. Avoid drinking alcohol in excess.
5. Learn to make decisions quickly and let go of the need to over-analyze everything.
6. Express your feelings appropriately and don’t bottle up your emotions.
7. Avoid trying for perfection and don’t sweat the small stuff.
8. Maintain a positive mental attitude by utilizing affirmative “self-talk.”
9. Stop worrying so much and look at situations more optimistically.
10. Smile and laugh frequently throughout the day, don’t take yourself so seriously.
11. Mix leisure with work: take breaks and get away when you can.
12. Make a point to spend quality time with your friends and family.
13. Become more tolerant and don’t be overly critical of yourself or others.
14. Always be kind and gentle with yourself.
15. Listen to upbeat music or watch your favorite movie.
16. Exercise for cardiovascular fitness three to four times a week.
17. Set written goals, plan your time and prioritize your activates.
18. Keep a list of “things to do” and stay focused on short-term accomplishments.
19. Get a massage or take a warm bath.
20. Do something nice for someone else.

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$749,000
3 Yohn Dr, Bridgewater Twp
MLS#: 2980046 <-- CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO!! 
Status: Active
Style: Colonial
Rooms: 9
Bedrooms: 4
Full Baths: 2
Half Baths: 1


Remarks: Beautiful, Stunning, like-new,solid well bulit brick face Colonial home on a very private cul-de-sac neighborhood. A Bright & spacious Open floor plan and a Grand two story Foyer entrance 


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Mortgage Rates Begin Their Rise!!

     I have been following the mortgage rates throughout the past year and making periodic posts here on my blog in order to inform you of the incredible opportunity to obtain a mortgage at such a low rate. I also have been mentioning that these rates, although magnificent, will not remain this low forever. The mortgage rates have been hovering around 3.5% for quite some time and I had estimated an increase to 4% by the end of the year based on the reports I had been reading. However, it seems the mortgage rates began the up-swing earlier than I expected, moving much closer to 4% and also obtaining the highest levels in a years time; according to Freddie Mac's weekly mortgage market survey. The 30-year fixed rate mortgage, which is the most popular choice among home buyers, has jumped nearly half a percentage point since the beginning of this month. The mortgage rates went from 3.35 percent to 3.81 percent just this week.

"Fixed mortgage rates followed long-term government bond yields higher, following a growing market sentiment that the Federal Reserve may lessen its accommodative policy stance,” says Frank Nothaft, Freddie Mac’s chief economist. “Improving economic data may have encouraged those views.”

MY ADVICE!!!

     Although the mortgage rates are on the up-swing, we NEED to remember that, historically, the mortgages rates are still tremendously low. Personally, I have not experienced a market with very HIGH mortgages rates, therefore I will throw in some advice from my Broker who has been in Real Estate for almost 30 years, "anything under 7% is a very good position to be in." Therefore, we are still in a good position to obtain a mortgage, if anything this is just a sign that you NEED to make a move now in order to lock in a great rate for your future. The rates could take another dip down to 3.5 or they could jump to 4.5 but you cannot base your future on an assumption. If this is the time to buy for you then, as they say, strike while the irons hot!

Best of luck with your home searches and if I can be of assistance (which I know I could be) then please do not hesitate to contact me. I am available to answer any questions you may have.

NEW ON THE MARKET!! Edison Twp, NJ

$354,999
56 Gate House Ln,  Edison Twp.
ML#: 3039945 <-- CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO!!
Status: Active
Style: Detached, Multi Floor Unit, Townhouse-End Unit
Rooms: 5
Full Baths: 2
Bedrooms: 2
Half Baths: 1

Remarks:This lovely spacious home located in the prestigious Park Gate Community which offers 24hr Gated Security. This lovely well-maintained home offers bright 2 story foyer entrance.  Many Upgrades include Newer Floors in LR/DR, Spacious eat-In Kitchen w/large Cabinets, Newer Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, NEW Master Bathroom, Fresh paint. Private patio and large fenced backyard, 2 attached car garage,Beautiful Swimming Pool,Tennis court, playground and many more. This can be YOURS.

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PRICE REDUCTION!! South Bound Brook Boro, NJ

$239,000

209 Bathgate Ave,  South Bound Brook Boro

ML#: 3016800 <-- CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO!

Status: Active

Style: Split Level

Rooms: 8

Full Baths: 1

Bedrooms: 3

Half Baths: 1

Remarks:Well maintained spacious split is move-in ready. New tilt windows, new heating with electronic air cleaner. Fernced back yard with patio, easy access to rec room. Close to Highways and Transportation Bath on 1st floor has rough-in plumbing ready to be converted to full bath. Part or garage was converted to rec room could easliy be converted back to full garage. All appliacnes, wiindow trreatments and fruniture will stay with house. In a quite neighborhood, no fllood zone. Owners are ready, make an offer…

If you are interested please contact me!

NEW ON THE MARKET! East Brunswick Twp, NJ

$218,000
3108 Cedar Village Blvd,  East Brunswick Twp.
ML#: 3036581  <--- CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO!
Status: Active
Style: First Floor Unit, One Floor Unit
Rooms: 5
Full Baths: 2
Bedrooms: 2
Half Baths: 0

Remarks:6 years Young ! Elegant Appleby Model offers: open floor Plan,9' Ceilings,2 Bd, 2 Bth, Kit w Breakfast bar,open Din Rm and Great Room, Big Master Suite w Soaking Tub,Shower, W/Sink, “California” WIC.

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BACK ON THE MARKET! Greenbrook Twp, NJ

$665,900
401 Andrew St,  Green Brook Twp.
ML#: 3032885  <--- CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO!
Status: Active
Style: A-Frame, Colonial
Rooms: 10
Full Baths: 2
Bedrooms: 4
Half Baths: 5


Remarks:Brand NEW LUXURY Custom Colonial JUST Finished ! Home offers:4 BR,2.5 Bt, LR,Formal DR,Huge designer's gourmet Cherry Jim Bishop Kitchen,Breakfast/Dinette Rm. open to FamRm w/Fireplace, Sliding Door to nice park like view and privacy. Lge MBR w/sitting area, tray ceiling, WIC, double sink in MrBath, Cathedral Ceiling, Recessed Lights, Laundry Rm, 2 car garage, Full Bsmt. Builder’s Supirior Upgraded package included: HWF,granite ctop,Italian porcelain tiles,upgraded carpet, Central Vac.Custom colors paint. Elegant Front elevation w/stone & stucco is done! Prof. Landscaping w/great design. To many to list. Over $88,0000 upgrades included in price. Now is the time! 10 Yr Builder Warranty. Watchung Hight School. Great location North side of 22, closed to major roads & shopping, 40 min to NYC

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