Financial peace can ease stress

What could be just as unhealthy to the body as bad eating habits, but can’t be solved with a salad? Stress!
This Wednesday, June 11, from noon to 1 p.m., Lunch and Learn will put the focus on Financial Wellness ‘ investing, retirement issues, saving, emergency funds ‘ before financial situations become stressful and unhealthy.
Everyone experiences stress ‘ job stress, teen stress, relationship stress, financial stress ‘ at some point. Prolonged stress can cause migraines, muscle tension, depression and high blood pressure. If left unchecked, high blood pressure puts an unhealthy strain on the heart and blood vessel walls, which can lead to a heart attack or stroke.
Stress management techniques can help. According to the American Heart Association, regular viewing of a relaxation video at least three times a week can reduce a person’s stress by up to 35 percent.
Stress caused by financial worries can be minimized or avoided altogether with planning. Lunch and Learn will be helping people discover how to do just that this Wednesday.
John Simmons, from Edward Jones Investing, will be the guest speaker. According to program organizer Kristie Sanders, he will be discussing and answering questions related to financial stability.
‘In this day and time everyone is worried about money,’ said Sanders. ‘Having financial balance in your life is just as important as a balanced diet. We encourage everyone who has concerns or questions to attend Wednesday’s session. It will be very informative.’
Lunch and Learn sessions relate to different topics and will be held throughout the year on the second Wednesday of every month at McMinnville Civic Center. Sessions are free and sponsored by the city of McMinnville through Parks and Recreation and its Get Fit 2008 program.
Bring a sack lunch and learn how to prepare financially for a brighter future. For more information contact, contact Sanders at 473-1212.