Stress has a negative effect on our bodies. Did you ever feel frustrated standing in line at the store? At your husband/family not putting away their things? Lose it because your pets tracked dirt all over the floor? The adrenaline starts flowing or overflowing! YOU are STRESSED!
Many conditions are caused by stress.
- Heart disease
- Chronic fatigue
- High blood pressure
- Colds, flu, viruses
- Headaches, migraines
- Eating disorders
- Poor immune function
- Your LOOKS!
Once we identify stressors and make definite life style changes, we can reverse stress damage. Positive thinking and optimism play a big role.
Benefits:
- Better immune function
- More energy
- Sleeping better
- Better digestion
- Better copying skills
- Lower levels of distress
Top Ways to Reduce Stress
- Deep Breathing
- Meditation
- Guided Imagery
- Yoga, Qi-gong. Tai-chi
- Self-hypnosis
- Exercise
- Music
- Getting organized
Make time every day to reduce stress.
Resources.
http://www.successfulaging.ca/programs/stress/09.html
http://stress.about.com/od/understandingstress/a/why_stress_man.htm
http://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/meditation/in-depth/meditation/art-20045858
http://stress.about.com/od/generaltechniques/tp/toptensionacts.htm