By Karen C Groves
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We are living in a world where stress abounds. How do we minimize the effects of stress on us in our daily lives?
First of all, can small amounts of stress work for us? Having a deadline that can motivate us to get the job done instead of procrastinating may actually be beneficial.
Stress, however, that is brought on by being in traffic too long too often, an abusive boss that you can’t please or worrying about how to pay bills is stress that can be too much and, in some instances, can be a killer. What can we do so that kind of stress will be minimal in our lives?
There are many stress busters that one can employ. However, I am only going to touch on a few. Also, in the coming weeks I will go into more detail about each of these.
The following are a few simple, inexpensive stress reducers that can be employed to help with everyday stress.
1. Get enough sleep. Lack of sleep causes stress. If you do get enough sleep, you will find that your body is less stressed and can function better.
2. Our bodies are about 70%+ water. When we breathe, sweat or go to the bathroom, we lose water that we need to replace. So drink up! (water that is)
3. Get a fish tank or a tabletop water fountain. Remember that we are 70%+ water. It’s amazing how soothing falling water can be.
4. Take time for yourself. That is not being selfish. You are showing appreciation for the life that you have. You will be less stressed and this will also benefit those around you as well.
5. Provide a tranquil environment at home or have someplace where you can go and find serenity. Exciting times have their place and you will find that having quiet time can be beneficial as well.
6. Take supplements. Our food supply may be abundant, however, the nutrition we need may not be in the food. I’ve heard statistics that we would have to eat 42 bowls of spinach grown today to match the nutrition in 1 bowl of spinach grown in the 1950′s.
7. Exercise in a gym or walk frequently. Moving can make a difference in how you feel. And I was reading recently that moving helps change your mood. It can help make you more positive.
8. Get a full body massage. You will love it.
Get Adequate Sleep
The bedroom must be a peaceful place to sleep. Researchers have suggested that there be no TV in the room, that the room be dark if you are a day sleeper and that it be a quiet, tranquil environment.
How many hours do you sleep at night? Seven hours or less? Some of the research is indicating that most people should get at least 7 hours of sleep a night. For yourself you may find that 7 hours works great. Then again, you may find that you need more than 7 hours. It’s important to know the number that work for you because lack of sleep can cause problems.
If you suspect that you should be getting a different amount of sleep than previously, try experimenting for a week to get the number of hours you think might work. Take note of how you feel when you get up. Do you have a good day? Do you accomplish what you would like to accomplish each of those days? And how do you feel at the end of the day? If there is satisfaction and a normal degree of fatigue for what has been done, maybe you have found the number of hours that are best .
Why be concerned about sleep? Research would appear to show that we deal with emotional issues when we sleep. Lack of sleep may cause a problem with these issues not getting resolved satisfactorily. Also, when we reach deep sleep, our bodies do most of the repairs at that time. A determining factor for the number of hours of sleep that an individual requires may depend on their level of health. A person who is very healthy may not need more than 7 hours sleep each night.
Lack of sleep can cause other problems as well. Concentration is not as acute, motor function can be impaired and nodding off, particularly, when driving can be deadly. High blood pressure and weight gain are just two of the health problems associated with lack of sleep. So get the number of hours of sleep that work so you can be at your best.
Please keep in mind that everyone’s physiology will be a little different. In other words, everyone’s general body functions are basically the same but can have variations from other people. Some people’s bodies function better than others. And if your body function is good, you are going to feel less stressed.
Getting adequate sleep can minimize the effects of stress. This is one way we can maximize stress management in our lives. And all it costs is a little bit of time.
Next time, we will take a look at consuming enough pure water and how it might be beneficial in your stress management program.
Have a great week.
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