When I first came across the word “techno stress” during our conversation with Doris Helge my mind conjured up images of tight bodies, sore necks and shoulders, overload from loud music and simply having too much stimulation and being inundated by technology. I also thought about the frustration that a non-tech person experiences when things go wrong and the feeling of powerlessness that goes with that experience.
After our discussion with Doris I came to see ”Techno Stress” in quite a different light. See for yourself whether you fit into some of the categories or you recognise some of the behaviours. Watch out for:
being a personality type that is ambitious, high achieving, competitive and takes on lots of responsibility
mental fatigue
eyestrain, neck pain, shoulder pains, wrist problems, back problems
always expecting “yes-no” responses from people
becoming impatient when people elaborate or weigh up different points of view
becoming intolerant to long winded information or stories
expecting everything to be instant
expecting others to perform on command (like a computer)
forgetting that others can see things that we can’t see and that reality is not black and white
expecting everyone to perform like a computer (usually without even realising it)
I am sure the list could go on. One of the big “aha” moments for me was that technology and computers affect not only our bodies but more importantly our behaviours and the way we interact with others. I suspect as time goes on and more people spend more and more time behind computer screens some of these behaviours might become acceptable or “mainstream”. I already now can see the beginning of a chasm opening up between people who live in the cyberworld most of the time and those who don’t….
How to stay happy and joyful despite spending a lot of time in the cyberworld? How can you combat “Techno Stress”?
Consider the following points and take action!
nurture your inner needs
when irritated and abrupt create a buffer between computer time and interacting with a human “Mirror” (remember – what we dislike in others is something we need to work on ourselves within our own personality)
bond with others
look after your “real life” friends
spend quality time with others
take real breaks from the “screen” – even it is only 30 seconds at a time
limit the total time you spend with your computer
stretch and yawn
get out into nature
Make a start and implement at least one idea. Do you want to know more and get some of Doris’ free ebooks? Please go to:
The first month of 2010 has nearly passed and I am guessing that by now some of your New Year’s resolutions are already starting to look shaky. We had a most interesting guest on our blog talk radio show this morning, her name is Doris Helge, nicknamed the “Joy Coach”. She gave some great insights about New Year’s resolutions. Here they are:
the word “resolution” implies that there is a problem
in an attempt to solve the problem we focus on the problem
intention and focus are pure power
what we focus on we perceive
by focusing on the problem we magnify it
we attract more of what we focus on – in this case the problem
The answer to this dilemma is NOT to just give up and setting no goals. Instead of looking for a “resolution” set a positive intention. Then start asking yourself a number of questions:
How can I have fun accomplishing this goal?
How can I enjoy getting to where I want to be?
How can I enjoy doing what I do?
Is this a stepping stone? (useful question when problems arise of obstacles start to appear)
What is the smallest step I can take right now to improve my situation and lead me to my goal?
What is the tiniest thing I can do to turn this around?
Say to yourself: I am starting right now to….and take some action, however tiny it might be
The questions above might seem really simple, but they will lead to some great insights and solutions. The power is (as always) in applying this knowledge and taking action. It is fun to look at the theory but only by doing can we grow, learn and gain experience.
If you want more guidance from Doris, go and download her free ebooks from:
Doris’ own everlasting supply of joy springs from her own personal growth, so she’s a natural at assisting her clients as they transform emotional pain into peace and personal power. They discover happiness at work and relish the rich rewarding relationships they’ve been craving. They learn how to use chaos, uncertainty and “mistakes” to their advantage. Doris also provides unique Mastermind Groups that empower her clients
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