Stress is the bodies way of helping us avoid a potentially life threatening situation. In order to cope the body goes through some major changes which include:
- stress hormones being released
- an increased heart rate
- rapid and shallow breathing
- glucose flooding the body
- brain activity changes
- tensing of muscles
- reprioritisation of bodily functions
These changes are appropriate to help get us out of danger, however, being continually in this state is not good for our health.
If you experience stress on a frequent basis here are 6 techniques you can use to reduce it:
- ensure you get good quality sleep
- eat a healthy diet
- participate in relaxation techniques such as yoga
- practice mindfulness
- spend time with people you love
- take regular exercise
Take the above on-board and feel less stressed and feel better.