Moving can be one of life's most stressful experiences. There are a number of details you have to take care of in addition to your usual routine. As a weight loss and wellness consultant the number one problem that I see with my clients are damage due to stress. Primarily long term stress. Studies show, that short term stress, like the kind you have before an exam, is manageable even beneficial at times. This type of stress enhances memory and help us to be productive. Once the deadline is met, the stress disappears.

Long term stress is another story and can be potentially very harmful to the mind and body. It causes headaches, backaches, high blood pressure, compromises your immune system and is a major factor in heart attacks. Studies show intense long term stress can negatively impact your memory. If all this wasn't enough, stress can cause you to gain weight.

Don't get caught in the stress cycle, all of the above problems especially gaining weight will cause you to feel even more stress. If you are a stress eater for example and you gain weight it will only intensifies your stress. The same is true if you procrastinate, know you have to do a task will cause stress, then not doing it will intensify your stress.

An element of stress is part of life, it is how your deal with stress that really matters. You can manage stress, it is your choice. Ask yourself "How long have I been feeling this stress?" and What can I do to manage it now?"

Here are some of my recommendations for managing stress: