DETROIT, April 14, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Certified stress management strategist Bennie S. Covington has crystallized his key concepts for reducing stress and balancing life in a new book, while simultaneously launching the "stress free movement."

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The book, "Stressing the Importance of Balance: A Beginner's Guide to Stress Management and Reaching your Potential," is designed to give readers a simple blueprint to reducing stress and to creating a proactive approach to building a more fulfilling life.

"For less than the price of going to the movies, people can get an easy-to-read book that has tons of advice, lessons and encouragement," said Covington. "I believe this book is the beginning of the stress free movement."

Too many individuals are saturated with stress, said Covington, which drains their life of meaning and vitality. Further, it hurts businesses because it saps the energy of key employees, reducing productivity and morale.

"Our website, www.lessstressmorebalance.com, outlines the steps that people can take to lower their stress levels and become their personal best," Covington said. "Site visitors can sign the Stress-Free Pledge there and begin to get a handle on the stress that's consuming them."

The book – and the movement – focus on removing the barriers to a healthy lifestyle, Covington said, allowing readers to balance the core areas of their life, greatly reducing daily anxiety.

Covington, a former award-winning radio personality, author, public speaker and certified stress management strategist, based the book on his personal experiences.

After he lost his job, saw his family's house lost to foreclosure and watched his sister struggle to find stable work, he used the book's principles to regain his balance and rebuild his life.

"It doesn't have to be this hard, not for me and not for you," said Covington. "Let me tell you how I did it."

About Rope Training, Inc.

Rope Training, Inc. provides innovative training strategies for, individuals, small businesses and large corporations desiring to reduce stress in the workplace to increase employee morale and productivity. The first book release from Rope Training, Inc., "Stressing the Importance of Balance: A Beginner's Guide to Stress Management, Finding Balance and Reaching your Potential " is an easy-to-read guidebook for reducing stress through balancing the core areas of your lifestyle.

SOURCE Rope Training, Inc.