Quick and Easy Stress Relief
By: Stephen Carter
Language: en
Categories: Health, Fitness, Mental, Education, Self Improvement
With each episode you are going to learn quick, easy, and effective ways to let go of stress and anxiety whenever you choose. This show is part of the Stress Relief Radio Network, available at https://StressReliefRadio.com
Episodes
One-Word Affirmations to Create Calm and Emotional Balance
Jan 09, 2026Anxiety, anger, frustration, and stress tend to build as your day progresses. In this episode, you discover a simple way to apply one-word affirmations to keep stress low as you maintain emotional balance through the day.
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Host: Stephen Carter - Website: https://StressReliefRadio.com - Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com.
Technical information: Recording and initial edits with Twisted Wave. Additional edits / processing with Audacity, Soften, Amadeus Pro, Hush, and Audyllic. Final edits and rendering with Hindenburg Pro. Microphone: SE Dynacaster DCM8 with windscreen.
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Keywords: anger, s...
Simple, Often Overlooked Ways to Low Stress and Better Health
Dec 23, 2025In this episode you discover ten simple, often overlooked ways to enjoy better health, less stress, and more emotional wellbeing.
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Resource citation:
"Beyond the usual suspects for healthy resolutions". "Harvard Health Publishing". Link: https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/beyond-the-usual-suspects-for-healthy-resolutions-202401243010
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Host:
Stephen Carter - Website: https://StressReliefRadio.com - Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com
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Technical information:
Recording and initial edits with Twisted Wave. Additional edits with Soften, Amadeus Pro, Hush, and Levelator. Final edits and rendering with...
How to Prepare For a Wonderful Night's Sleep
Dec 10, 2025In this episdoe you'll discover the step by step activities that prepare you for a wonderful night's sleep tonight and every night.
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Host:
Stephen Carter - Website: https://StressReliefRadio.com - Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com
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Technical information:
Recording and initial edits with Twisted Wave. Additional edits with Soften, Amadeus Pro, Hush, and Auphonic. Final rendering with Hindenburg Pro. Microphone: Fifine T1.
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Keywords:
insomnia, sleep, rest, restful,
How Expressing Gratitude Enhances Happiness and Calms Stress
Nov 24, 2025In this episode you discover easy to do methods for expressing gratitude you can put in action immediately to enhance happiness, calm stress, and elevate your emotional wellbeing.
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Host:
Stephen Carter - Website: https://stressreliefradio.com - Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com
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Technical information:
Recording and initial edits with Twisted Wave. Additional edits with Amadeus Pro, Hush, Soften, and Levelator. Final edits and rendering with Hindenburg Pro. Microphone: Rode Procaster (close miced).
A Micro-Mindful Way to Start Your Successful Day
Nov 08, 2025In this episode, you discover how to create a 1-minute micro-mindful moment to get your day started in a calm and successful way.
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Host:
Stephen Carter - Website: https://StressReliefRadio.com - Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com
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Technical information:
Recording and initial edits with Twisted Wave. Additional edits with Soften, Amadeus Pro, Hush, and Levelator. Final edits and rendering with Hindenburg Pro. Microphone: Rode Procaster.
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Keywords:
stress, stress_relief, calm, relaxed, anxiety, anxiety_relief,
How to Benefit From Micropauses For All Day Stress Relief
Oct 31, 2025In this episode you discover what a micropause is, 3 important benefits, and how to incorporate a renewing breathing pattern as part of your periodic micropauses to renew mind and body easily.
Resource:
"What is a micropause? And why can't you do without them?". Link: https://workandmove.bakkerelkhuizen.com/what-is-a-micropauseand-why-cant-you-do-without-them/
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Host:
Stephen Carter - Website: https://StressReliefRadio.com - Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com
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Technical information:
Recording and initial edits with Twisted Wave. Additional edits with Amadeus Pro...
Kindness and Helping Others Lowers Your Stress and Improves Wellbeing
Oct 05, 2025Helping others and being kind changes your brain chemistry in ways that lower stress and enhance your emotional wellbeing. This short episode offers a simple, easy, and effective way you can do exactly that.
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Host:
Stephen Carter - Website: https://StressReliefRadio.com - Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com
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Technical information:
Recorded with Audacity. Initial edits with Twisted Wave, Amadeus Pro, Hush, Levelator, and Audyllic. and Soften. Final edits and rendering with Hindenburg Pro. Microphone: Rode Procaster.
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Key words:<...
Less Scroll More Stretch and Breathe - Your Path to Calm and Relaxation
Sep 09, 2025How often do you reach for your phone daily? Conservative estimates are on average we do that at least 58 times a day, totaling several hours daily.
In this episode you discover how substituing just a couple of those scrolling sessions for 1 to 2 minutes of stretch and breathe activities will have you feeling amazing, calm, and refreshed thoughout your day.
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Host:
Stephen Carter - Website: https://StressReliefRadio.com - Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com.
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Technical information:
Recording and initial edits w...
The Simple Calendar Trick That Makes Goal Achievement Stress-Free
Aug 29, 2025In this episode you discover a quick and easy goal-setting method for eliminating the usual stress associated with goal achievement. When you set goals this way, your sense of self-worth and enhanced sense of success grows day-by-day.
Note: this episode is shared in two podcasts, "Easy Stress Cures" and "Quick and Easy Stress Relief".
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Host:
Stephen Carter - Website: https://StressReliefRadio.com - Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com.
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Technical information:
Recording and initial edits with Twisted Wave. Additional edits with Amadeus...
Stretch Into Stress Relief
Aug 17, 2025Gentle stretching is a wonderful pathway to physical and emotional wellbeing. It calms mind and body and offers proven health benefits.
In this episode you discover why stretching can be so effective and where to find resources to support beginners to advanced practitioners.
Resource: "Relaxing Stretching Workout for Stiff Muscles & Stress Relief - Easy Stretches to Do at Work". YouTube. Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a9WC_eLmP30
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Host:
Stephen Carter - Website: https://StressReliefRadio.com - Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com.
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Technical information:
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Picture Perfect Stress Relief
Aug 09, 2025In this episode you discover how the simple act of doodling, drawing a picture, or using an adult coloring book will allow you to enjoy a calm mind within moments.
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Host:
Stephen Carter - Website: https://StressReliefRadio.com - Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com
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Technical information:
Recording and initial edits with Twisted Wave. Additional edits with Amadeus Pro, Hush, Levelator, and Audyllic. Microphone: Neat King Bee.
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Key words:
anxiety, stress, calm, emotional_balance, emotional_wellbeing,<...
Anxiety and Stress Relief With Heart Coherence Breathing
Jul 31, 2025In this episode you discover how and why to experience Heart Coherence using Heart Coherence Breathing. You benefit by reducing anxiety and stress, enhancing emotional wellbeing, and creating greater self-regulation.
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Resource:
HeartMath Organization: Link: https://www.heartmath.org
Host:
Stephen Carter - Website: https://StressReliefRadio.com - Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com
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Technical information:
Recording and initial edits with Twisted Wave. Additional edits with Amadeus Pro, Hush, Levelator, and Audyllic. Microphone: SE DynaCaster DCM8.
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Write Down Your Wins - Why That Matters
Jul 23, 2025In this episode you discover the power of writing down your daily wins to include how to do that easily and why it matters.
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Host:
Stephen Carter - https://StressReliefRadio.com - Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com
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Technical information:
Recording and initial edits with Twisted Wave. Additional edits with Amadeus Pro, Audacity (De-click, De-ess, and EQ filter curve), and Levelator. Final edits and rendering with Hindenburg Pro. Microphone: XM8500.
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Key words:
confidence, happiness, stress_relief,
Release Neck and Shoulder Pain From Computer and Phone Use
Jul 07, 2025In this episode you discover two quick and easy ways to release neck and shoulder pain from long periods on your computer or phone.
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Host:
Stephen Carter - Website: https://StressReliefRadio.com - Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com
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Technical information:
Recording and initial edits with Twisted Wave. Additional edits with Hush, and Levelator. Final edits and rendering with Hindenburg Pro. Microphone: EV RE320.
Let Your Ears and Fingertips Ease Anxiety and Stress
Jun 29, 2025In this episode you discover a quick and easy technique to release anxiety and stress using a gentle downward tug on your ears along with calming light finger strokes along your jaw line. This technique works in seconds to calm your mind and body.
Note: The name of this podcast changed from "One Minute to Stress Relief" to "Quick and Easy Stress Relief".
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Host:
Stephen Carter - Website: https://StressReleaseRadio.com - Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com
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Technical information:
Recording and...
How Your Tongue Can Calm Anxiety And Stress
Jun 20, 2025Can your tongue help you calm anxiety and stress in the moment? Yes indeed. In this episode, you discover exactly how to do that anytime you need immediate relief from anxiety, stress, or tension.
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Host:
Stephen Carter - Website: https://StressReliefRadio.com - Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com
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Technical information:
Recorded with Twisted Wave. Edits with Amadeus Pro, Hush, Levelator, and Audyllic. Final edits and rendering with Hindenburg Pro. Microphone: CAD E100Sx.
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Keywords:
tension...
Can You Smile Away Pain?
Mar 03, 2025Can spontaneously smiling during painful experiences help individuals manage discomfort - both physically and emotionally.
In this episode, you and I explore the recent study published in the "Journal of Positive Psychology" assessing the effects of smiling on pain perception and emotional regulation.
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Resource study:
Eric W. Dolan; "New psychology research uncovers an unexpected benefit of smiling" Link: https://www.psypost.org/new-psychology-research-uncovers-an-unexpected-benefit-of-smiling/
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Host:
Stephen Carter - Website: https://StressReliefRadio.com - Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com.
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7 Easy to Apply Stress Relief Methods That Work in One Minute or Less
Feb 19, 2025In this episode you discover 7 easy to apply methods you can use to lower stress in seconds and regain emotional balance.
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Host:
Stephen Carter - Website: https://StressReliefRadio.com - Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com
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Technical information:
Recording and iinitial edits done with Twisted Wave. Additional edits with Amadeus Pro, Levelator, Hush, and Audacity (de-click and de-ess). Final edits and rendering with Hindenburg Pro. 2 de-essers, Ozone 11 EQ, HP Compresser). Microphone: Electrovoice RE320.
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Key words:
stress_response, calm...
Visualizing a Safe Space - a Simple Technique to Reduce Anxiety and Stress Fast
Dec 25, 2024In this episode you discover an easy, effective way to create calming visualizations that can neutralize anxiety and stress rapidly.
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Host:
Stehen Carter - Website: https://StressReliefRadio.com - Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com
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Technical information
Recording and initial edits with Twisted Wave. Additional edits with Audacity (click removal), Hush, and Levelator. Final edits and rendering with Hindenburg Pro to include VEA. Microphone: SE DynaCaster DCM8.
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Key words:
calm, peace, emotional_wellbeing, relaxation, relaxation_response,
3 Quick and Effective Stress Relief Techniques
Nov 05, 2024In this episode you discover 3 quick, easy, and effecive stress relief techniques that go to work in only a few seconds to calm mind and body.
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Host: Stephen Carter - Website: https://StressReliefRadio.com - Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com
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Technical information:
Recorded and initial edits with Twisted Wave. Additional processing with Amadeus Pro, Audacity, Hush, and Levelator. Final edits to include the VEA plugin in Hindenburg Pro. Microphone: Earthworks Ethos.
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Key words:
stress, stress_relief, relaxation...
Easy 2-Word Technique For Anxiety and Stress Release
Oct 23, 2024In this episode you discover the "Two Word" technique to create rapid relief for anxiety and stress.
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Host:
Stephen Carter - Website: https://StressReliefRadio.com - Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com
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Technical information:
Recorded with Audacity. Edits with Twisted Wave, Amadeus Pro, Hush, Levelator, VEA, with final rendering in Hindenburg Pro. Microphone: Neat King Bee.
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Key words:
stress, relaxation, calm, emotional_wellbeing,
2 Easy Breath Patterns to Release Anxiety and Stress
Oct 03, 2024In this episode you discover how to apply two easy and effective breathing patterns to let go of anxiety, stress, and worry.
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Host:
Stephen Carter - Website: https://StressReliefRadio.com - Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com
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Technical information:
Recorded and initial edits done with Twisted Waves. Additional processing with Hush and Levelator. Final edits including VEA plug-in done with Hindenburg Pro. Microphone: SE DynaCaster DCM8.
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Key words:
calm, relax, relaxation_response, emotional_balance, emotional_wellbeing,
How Naming an Unwanted Emotion Allows You to Let It Go
Sep 13, 2024in this episode you discover how to name an unwanted emotion and why that simple act lessens the intensity of the emotion and prepares you to let it go completely.
Resources:
"Naming Your Emotions". "The Greater Good in Action" - from University of California at Berkeley. This is a four step process for naming disempowering emotions and lessening their intentsity and emotional effects. Link: https://ggia.berkeley.edu/practice/naming_your_emotions
"SCIENCE OF NAMING EMOTIONS"; written by: Michele Mariscal, PhD, NWI Membership Committee. "National Wellness I...
Let Go of Anxiety - a Surprising Way to Calm Mind and Body
Jul 30, 2024In this episode you discover an easy way to let go of feeling anxious and then restoring emotional balance.
Resource:
"How to Stop Feeling Anxious Right Now". Article from WebMD at https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/features/ways-to-reduce-anxiety
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Host:
Stephen Carter - Website: https://StressReliefRadio.com - Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com
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Technical information:
Initial recording and edits done with Twisted Wave. Additional edits with Hush and Levelator. Final edits and rendering with Hindenburg Pro. Microphone: BY<...
Breath Calming With Thymus Tap
Jul 18, 2024In this episode you discover a simple 3-step technique for rapid stress relief and emotional calming called Breath Calming With Thymus Tap.
Resource:
Stress Relief Radio Website: https://StressReliefRadio.com
Contact host Stephen Carter at CarterMethod@gmail.com
Technical information:
Recorded and inital processing with Audacity. Additional edits with Hush and Levelator. Final edits and rendering with Audacity. Microphone: Earthworks Ethos.
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Stress Relief Act That Never Misses
Jun 20, 2024In this episode you discover an easy way to let go of stress and start your day with a positive, calm, happiness mindset.
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Host:
Stephen Carter - website: https://StressReliefRadio.com - Email: CarterMethod@gmaiil.com
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Technical information:
Recorded with Amadeus Pro. Edits with Twisted Wave, Hush, Levelator, VEA, with final edits and rendering with Hindenburg Pro.
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Key words:
calm, emotional wellbeing, stress relief,
Apply the Butterfly Hug Technique for Fast Stress Relief
Apr 13, 2024In this episode you discover an easy to apply stress relief method called the Butterfly Hug. You'll likely feel calm and relaxed within one minute or less when applying this easy to learn and use technique.
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Host:
Stephen Carter - Website: https://StressReliefRadio.com - Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com
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Technical information:
Recorded and edits (noise reduction, normalization, De-click, De-essing, EQ, compression 3:1). Other editing with Levelator, Hush, and final edits and rendering with Hindenburg Pro. Michrophone: ProAr C414.
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Greeting Your Morning Sun - Easy Stretch for Stress Relief
Apr 08, 2024In this episode you learn a simple, easy to apply stetch for stress, tension, and anxiety relief. You can do this easy stress relieving technique while seated or standing.
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Host:
Stephen Carter - Website: https://StressReliefRadio.com - Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com
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Technical information:
Recorded with Twisted Wave. Edits with Twisted Wave, Audacity, Levelator, Hush with final edits and rendering done in Hindenburg Pro. Microphone: SE Dynacaster DCM8.
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Key words:
stress, anxiety, calm, productivity,
Breathe and Hydrate for Fast Stress Relief
Jan 25, 2024Discover how to combine a gentle breathe and stretch action followed by hydrating and mindfully attending to that experience, all within one minute.
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Host:
Stephen Carter - Website: https://StressReliefRadio.com - Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com
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Technical information:
Recorded with Hindenburg Pro. Edits with Twisted Wave, Audacity, Levelator, and Hush. Final edits and rendering with Hindenburg Pro. Microphone: ATR2100X.
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Key words:
stress, calm, relax, stress relief, relaxation response,
Visit a Special Place in Mind
Jan 07, 2024In this episode you're led step by step through an effective stress relief technique that involves breath and imagery that transports you to a special place of relaxation and emotional peace.
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Host:
Stephen Carter - Website: https://StressReliefRadio.com - Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com
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Techical information:
Recorded with Twisted Wave. Edits with Twisted Wave, Audacity, Levelator, and Hush. Final edits and rendering with Hindenburg Pro. Microphone: ProAr C-414.
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Heaven and Earth Stress Release Technique
Jan 02, 2024In this episode you discover the step by step way to apply the "Heaven and Earth Stress Release" technique. This technique helps you let go of stress and anxiety so you will feel calm, relaxed, and restored.
Do this several times throughout your day and anytime you're feeling stressed or anxious.
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Host:
Stephen Carter. Website - https://StressReliefRadio.com - Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com
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Technical information:
Recorded with WavePad. Edits with Twisted Wave, Audacity, Levelator, and Hush. Final edits and rendering with...
A Special Humming Pattern for Fast Stress and Anxiety Relief
Dec 25, 2023In this episode you discover an easily done humming pattern for fast stress and anxiety relief. This method activites the Vagus Nerve for whole body calming.
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Host:
Stephen Carter - Website: https://StressReliefRadio.com - Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com.
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Technical information:
Recorded with Amadeus Pro. Edits with Twisted Wave, Levelator, and Hush. Final edits and rendering with Hindenburg Pro. Recorded with SE DynaCaster DCM8.
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Key words:
stress, calm, relaxation, emotional_wellbeing,
Apply the Healing Head Hold For Fast Anxiety Relief
Dec 18, 2023In this episode you discover the step by step way to apply a simple, quick, and easy method to let go of stress and anxiety called the Healing Head Hold.
To watch a short video showing how to apply the Healing Head Hold for yourself or to help a loved one or friend, visit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QgPqxBJqrTc.
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Host:
Stephen Carter - Website: https://StressReliefRadio.com - Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com
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Technical information:
Recorded with WavePad. Edits with Twisted...
Heart Breathing to Let Go of Stress
Dec 12, 2023In this episode you learn how to use Heart Breathing to let go of stress and enjoy a sense of calm and emotioanal balance.
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Host:
Stephen Carter - Website: https://StressReliefRadio.com - Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com.
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Technical information:
Recorded with WavePad. Edits with Audacity, Hush, and Levelator. Final edits and rendering with Hindenburg Pro. Microphone: SE DynaCaster DCM8.
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Key words:
stress, calm, anxiety, emotional_wellbeing, emotional_balance,
Introduction to "One Minute to Stress Relief" Podcast
Dec 11, 2023This is the introductory episode for "One Minute to Stress Relief".
With each episode that follows this intro episode, you are going to learn quick, easy, and effective ways to let go of stress and anxiety in 60-seconds or less.
This show is part of the Stress Relief Radio Network, available at https://StressReliefRadio.com
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Host:
Stephen Cartter, founder of Stress Solutions, LLC and the Stress Relief Radio Network. Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com | Website: https://StressReliefRadio.com
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Technical information:
Recorded...