Stress Management Tips
The pace of life for Americans in the 21st century has become increasingly stressful. Although most of us recognize the negative impact that stress has on our emotional health, research shows that this can cause damage to our physical health as well
For example:
- stress reduces the effectiveness of the immune system. There is evidence that stress affects human immune responses to viruses and bacteria. Stress can weaken our ability to ward off colds, flu and other infections.
- Stress increases the risk of heart disease. Studies suggest that chronic stress is a hormonal chain of events that can raise cholesterol levels and blood pressure, two risk factors for heart disease. Stress can also affect the coagulation factors in the blood, making it sticky, which increases the risk of heart disease and stroke. In addition, studies show that the acute stress of catastrophic events can trigger heart attacks in people with pre-existing cardiac disease.
Pay attention to what your body tells you.
The American Academy of Family Physicians says that nearly 2 out of every 3 doctor visits are stress related. Consequently, many of the physical symptoms that we know such as headaches, backaches, stomach aches and insomnia can be the result of the amount of stress in our lives. These symptoms can be a way of telling us to slow down, to better manage stress and get our lives in the balance of our body. Unfortunately, because we are so busy, there may be a tendency to ignore the physical symptoms and continue at the same breakneck pace - .. By putting our health at risk
stress management practice all day
because of our lifestyle, it is important to take steps every day to manage your stress and keep your life in balance. stress management techniques can help you relax, relieve tension and counteract many of the negative effects of stress has on your health. In addition, relaxation techniques practice can improve the way a person responds to stress by physically :. heart rate slows down, lowering blood pressure, slowing breathing rate, which reduces the need for oxygen, which increases blood flow to major muscles and reduce muscle tension
Some best ways to manage stress include:
- moderate exercise. The Surgeon General recommends a minimum of 30 minutes of moderate exercise at least 5 days per week
- [1945008(ieunemarcherapidevéloratisserlesfeuillespelleterdelaneigeetc)] relaxing with your favorite pastime. Take time each day to do something you love if she is reading, gardening, spending time with a pet or just enjoy nature. Studies show that walking in a garden or a view on your window can lower blood pressure, reduce stress and relieve pain.
- Pray or meditate. To relax your body, calm your mind and emotions and refresh your mind. Close your eyes and sit quietly and comfortably. Start by relaxing the muscles in your feet and working your body relaxing muscles. Focus your attention on your breathing. Breathe deeply and let your breath. Count your breaths, and say the number of the breath as you let it out (this gives you something to do with your mind, helping you to avoid distraction)
Sources :. The American Medical Association, Scientific American, WellTimes federal health bulletin of Labour and Washington and Shady GroveAdventistHospitals. For more information, consult your doctor.
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