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Stress is a normal aspect of life. We have all heard the expressions, I'm stressed out, the pressure's building, work is so stressful, today's been a nightmare, the traffic's been a pig. It can sometimes be hard to describe stress because it means different things to different people; moreover, most people feel that stress is a not generally helpful, especially if we feel overwhelmed. It's possible you could feel stressed because of a sense of not having enough time to get things done. It might manifest itself as as a result of not enough sleep, worrying about work or the aftereffects of a recent illness or a continuing one. It can effect you mentally if you have lost a partner, or job, or maybe recently moved home and lost contact with friends and family. Most stress appears to come from more everyday occurances such as pressures or obligations financial or otherwise. In response to daily stresses the bodies autonomic system kicks in and we experience some of the symptoms of the "flight or fight" response. These include raised heart rate, increased breathing, increased metabolism, increased blood flow to the muscles and digestion difficulties. This response was originally built in our systems to protect us from danger, and help us escape or attack. Hence the term "fight or flight" response. Unfortunately, when we are constantly reacting to stressful situations without taking measures to counteract the effects, we will feel stress which may well threaten our health and fitness.
It is important to understand that external events, no matter how we may interpret those events which may cause stress. Stress often accompanies a feeling of loss of control? How many times have you found yourself losing your temper, and later looking back realising it was over something absurdly trivial. Each one of us handles stress differently. Some people seem to seek out situations which may appear stressful to others. You know the person who seems to relish the prospect of increased job responsibility or a hectic lifestyle. Any major life decision, such as changing jobs or buying a house, might be overwhelming for some people, while others may embrace the change. Some find waiting in traffic infuriating and too much to tolerate, while others don't seem too bothered. One of the big secrets to handling stress better is discovering your personal tolerance levels for stressful situations and circumstances. It's been shown that stress can cause physical, emotional and behavioral disorders which can affect our health, enthusiasm and vigour, sense of peace, as well as personal and professional relationships. Too much stress can cause relatively minor illnesses like insomnia, headaches or backaches, digestive disorders and very often contributes to potentially life threatening diseases like high blood pressure and heart disease. It's important to remember that success will not come from half hearted efforts, nor will it come immediately. It is likely to take time time and determination. You will need to keep at it. Some suggestions may help immediately, but if your stress is chronic, and long term it may require more effort and maybe some lifestyle changes. Find out if you can your personal tolerance level for stress and try to live within these limits. Begin to learn to accept or change stressful and tense situations whenever you can. Attempt to be realistic with yourself. If you sense you are overwhelmed by some tasks, whether for yourself or someone else, practice saying no once in a while. Get rid of any tasks that don't seem essential. You might have a habit of taking on more responsibility than you can or should handle. If you meet disapproval, give concrete reasons why you're doing things differently. Be prepared to listen to other peoples ideas and if necessary make compromises. Have a go at taking one thing at a time for a few days. For people under tension or stress, an ordinary set of tasks can often seem unbearable. The best way to cope with this feeling of being overwhelmed is to take one task at a time. Pick one urgent task and work on it. Once you accomplish that task, move on to the next one. That positive feeling of ticking off lists of tasks is very satisfying. It will motivate you to keep at it, because your're getting things done. Talk to someone about your feelings. Chatting with a friend will show you that you are not the only one having a terrible day, working in a busy office or getting stuck in traffic. Keep in touch with friends and family. Allow them to provide love, support and guidance. Trying to cope alone is very much harder. Be flexible, and give in occasionally. Should you find that you meet constant opposition in either your personal or professional life, take some time to rethink your position or plan. Getting angry and arguing will only intensify your stress. If you are confident you are right, stand your ground, but do so calmly and reasonably. Make allowances for other's opinions and be willing to compromise. If you are able to give in, others may meet you halfway. Not only will you reduce your stress, you may well find better resolutions to your problems. What about a more healthy life style? Good eating habits and nutrition will make a difference. If you can reduce your intake of caffeine and alcohol. Alcohol will disturb your regular sleep patterns. If you can get adequate rest, exercise, and balance both your amount of work and play. Exercise - Daily exercise is a great way to relieve stress. Twenty to thirty minutes of physical activity will benefit both the the mind and the body. You may expect too much of yourself and other people. Make efforts not to feel frustrated, let down, disappointed or even trapped when another person does not seem to measure up. That other individual could be a wife, a husband, or child whom you are trying to change for your own needs. Remember, everyone is unique, and has his or her own good points, shortcomings, and the right to develop as an individual. Don't be too hasty with criticism, it often inflames situations. Activities you enjoy such as hobbies. Take a break from your stresses and anxieties by doing something you enjoy. It doesn't't matter what it is, whether it's gardening or sketching or country walks, make time to indulge and enjoy your interest. Some people use visualization. You can use your imagination and visualise how you can manage a stressful situation more easily. It might be a business presentation or moving to a new place, many people find that visual rehearsals builds self-confidence and enables them to take a more positive approach to a difficult task.  Some people learn to meditate. Maybe ten or twenty minutes of quiet contemplation may bring some relief from chronic stress as well as build your tolerance to it. Use the time to listen to music, relax and try to think of pleasant things or empty your mind. Although this is harder to do for some. Using any piece of music which you find calming can help. |
If you feel you need more helpJust talking to a friend or spouse might be enough. But if you feel that you or someone you know may be under more stress than just trying to handle a temporary difficulty, it may be helpful to talk with your doctor, physician, spiritual advisor, or work counsellor. They might suggest you make an appointment to talk to a psychiatrist, hypnotherapist, or other qualified counsellor.Some thoughts to bear in mind if you are thinking of talking to a professional:
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A very simple way of reducing stress effectivelyWhat we need is a simple, easy to follow method of releasing stress. The deep relaxation response can occur through meditation, yoga or hypnosis but takes time to learn and benefit from. However using a specially designed piece of relaxation music on a regular basis will generate the same effect. Playing our Relaxation Music CD on a daily basis will effect powerful and significant change in the physiology and mind. This relaxation music available from our website has been designed by a practicing hypnotherapist of over 12 years clinical experience. It is designed to slow down the heartrate, slow down the breathing and metabolism. Finding 40 minutes of uninterrupted time to play the music piece on a daily basis will begin to reduce your stress. Your body and mind will re-learn how to relax. I recommend each and every one of my individual hypnotherapy clients supplement their therapy with regular use of this particular music relaxation CD. But don't just take my word for it. This is why I have made these samples available. You can download the 5 minute piece and listen to it over a few days. Take note of any changes you notice while your playing it. Does your mind begin freewheeling just a little? Is your breathing that little bit slower? Are you salivating just a little more than usual? All or any of these are signs that you are responding well to the relaxation music and it is likely to really benefit you. They may be other signs you may notice, such as feeling a bit lighter than usual, or heavier than usual, or perhaps some tingling sensations in some parts of the body (often the extremities). Try it, we are sure you will like it. Don't order now, play the sample for a few days, and when you are ready come back here to order. Remember our 100% guarantee of satisfaction.  GuaranteeWe offer a 100% guarantee of satisfaction. If for any reason you are not happy with your music relaxation CD just return it, and we will provide a full refund less our shipping charges. We can't be fairer than that can we now. We have a secure ordering facility for our Music Relaxation CD, so you can order safely. If you want to clarify anything, please e-mail me. You can also leave me a message
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