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DARE to Relax © Workshop
Transform daily stress into the energy needed to enjoy life. DARE’s self-care principles include Diet; Attitude and Awareness; Rest, Relaxation, and Relationships; and Exercise. 
Learning to cope with the stressors of daily living is crucial to health, happiness and well-being. It is estimated that 60 to 90 percent of medical conditions are stress-induced or worsened by stress. This is costly in terms of medical bills, absenteeism, and loss of productivity. An obvious remedy is to learn self-care techniques that both reduce stress and help one cope with the effects of stress.
DARE to Relax ä is a wellness-based relaxation training and stress management program that is practical and well rounded. The format includes a balance of factual information and experiential activities. Participants will:
- Understand the dynamics of stress and it’s causes
- Understand the positive and negative effects of stress
- Learn how to reduce stress using the self-care principles of DARE to Relax ä
Di
et: Nutritional considerations are discussed. For example, stress depletes Vitamins A, B, C, and calcium. Dietary recommendations are given to maintain proper nutrition.
Attitude and Awareness: The stress response is activated by the way a person perceives an event. Becoming aware of stressors can help a person modify their thoughts and behavior so their reactions are healthier. The mind/body connection is addressed and mind/body interventions are demonstrated and practiced to reduce stress.
Rest, Relaxation and Relationships: Discovering the difference of active and passive relaxation is taught. A relaxation exercise is done so participants can learn experientially. Information is covered on the recent research on relationships that shows the negative effects of loneliness on health.
Exercise: The benefits of exercise are well known. In particular, physical activity helps burns off the bio-chemical effects of stress. Participants are encouraged to maintain a practical exercise routine.
DARE to Relax Testimonials
Ethicon Edno-Surgery, Inc.
100% rated the content as excellent or above average
100% rated the speaker as excellent or above average
100% rated the program as excellent or above average
- Everything was interesting. I liked the relaxation exercises.
- I learned relaxation tips to gain more energy.
- I learned how to relax in short periods of time. I liked the 2-minute nap.
- I learned techniques to help relax and reduce stress. I hope some of these techniques will help reduce my stress at work.
- The program reiterated things I know, but was good to have confirmed. I liked the stretches.
- I learned to release stress with little time and quickly. How food plays a part in stress and illness. The instructor had excellent content. Very beneficial.
- It’s important to take time to relax and reduce stress.
- I appreciated the ideas that were relevant to my situation.
- Thank you
Johnson & Johnson Health Care Systems
100% rated the content as excellent or above average
100% rated the speaker as excellent or above average
100% rated the program as excellent or above average.
- The stress fighting techniques allow me to be more focused and therefore a better team player
- How to relax at work when things get you down. Reinforced healthy eating and its benefits
- Things I can do to minimize the effects of stress on my life
- The info and exercises motivated me to start exercising again and to start yoga
- To try and think more positive thoughts
- I’d like more information on journaling
- The info on the mind/body connection was excellent
- Stop being a perfectionist – I am one and it is stressful
- You have reinforced the idea that I can do anything I put my mind to!!
Mike Sterling, Director of Human Resources, The Art Institute of Ohio writes:
Dear Julie: Thanks for sharing the Dare to Relax session with our staff. I have received several positive comments about it, especially the “2- Hour Nap in 10-minutes” segment.
Our staff received several valuable tips on reducing stress and the consequences of stress at work and in our personal lives. It was definitely time well spent. Mike
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Director, Center for Yoga and Health
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