Overwhelmed and overworked? Is it your mate, your kids, your job or just your life? What is stressing you out? Hollywood star Goldie Hawn reveals the secrets to relieving stress. Then, health guru Deepak Chopra gives you the essential tools to unwind no matter where you are.
We’re talking about stress, all the things that cause it and how to get rid of it. Katie asked the studio audience to tell her what stresses them out. You’ve heard of wearing your heart on your sleeve, well, the entire audience is wearing their stress on their chests! But, don’t worry! Academy Award-winning actress Goldie Hawn says she knows the secret to getting rid of all that stress!
“Our greatest defense against stress is actually the ability to change our mind.” -Goldie Hawn
Gratitude is not frivolous. It’s essential to a happy life. -Goldie Hawn @goldiehawn @katiecouric @katieshow
— Be a Leading Lady (@bealeadinglady) February 1, 2013
Although she made her name on the big screen, for the past 10 years Goldie Hawn has dedicated herself to a new role – helping kids manage stress with her “Mind-Up Program.” But her techniques for tackling stress are not limited to helping children alone, they can also help you too.
“I love to make people happy.” -Goldie Hawn
@goldiehawn @katieshow @katiecouric So INSPIRED by Goldie today on Katie. Great information on stress and your mind/thoughts. Thank you!
— Melissa Gray (@mzgray71) February 1, 2013
You may know what stress is doing to your mind, but do you know what stress is doing your body? Katie decided to wear a stress monitor to find out.
“That stress response can be harmful to our heart.” -Dr. Kennedy
“When we repress our feelings, there’s this hormonal storm going on in our bodies, and it’s terrible for our hearts. -Dr. Kennedy @katieshow
— Women On The Fence® (@EricaDiamond) February 1, 2013
Do you bite your tongue when you are in a heated argument? Do you eat mostly foods that are pale in color? You may not know it, but your answers to these questions have an impact on your stress level. Dr. Kennedy from Marina del Rey, California explains.
“When we get stressed, try to grab for a carrot or an apple.” -Dr. Kennedy
@katieshow just scored 80% on the quiz. Got to settle myself down. #StressQuiz
— Gina Wolff (@ginawolff143) February 1, 2013
Deepak Chopra is a renowned spiritual guru and best-selling author. What are his secrets for fighting stress and taking control of your life?
“Cholesterol goes up when you have stress.”-Deepak Chopra
@50cent @katieshow @deepakchopra he IS the man. Taught me how to dance in fields of infinite possibility! :)
— Samantha Norton (@SamanthaNorton1) February 1, 2013
According to Deepak Chopra, best way to fight stress is through mediation. But for those of you who do not know how to mediate, Deepak conducts a little Meditation 101!
“If you do it, you will really manage your stress very well.”-Deepak Chopra
@deepakchopra @katiecouric @katieshow I enjoyed the meditation. It brought peace 2 my soul. You have a comforting voice. Follow your heart:)
— Darlene Wild (@DarleneWild1) February 1, 2013
It’s week 2 of Follow Up Friday! Each week, Katie wants to take some time to respond to your comments, Tweets and thoughts on the show. From Drew Barrymore’s baby weight, to Juanes love and more, Katie shares your thoughts on this week.
@katiecouric is the leather queen & now she’s on auto-tune lol, 2 cute. Great show today, Goldie & Deepak were awesome! @katieshow #NoStress
— Shaneen the Dream (@TheWriteModel) February 1, 2013
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