We all get stressed. It's a human thing that when faced with a sudden or severe problem we automatically have the "flight or fight" response. Our stress level goes through the roof.... our hearts pound... if our doctors took our blood pressure they would hospitalize us.
This is normal and not something that you need to be concerned about if it only happens when you should be stressed. The problem occurs when you are just stressed period and there is no sudden of severe problem at hand.
Here are 4 techniques that those of us who are always stressed out can use to help calm ourselves down:
1. Spend 15 minutes a day doing some form of meditation. There are many benefits to meditation, but a very big one is stress reduction. You'll live a longer, happier healthy life!
2. One technique is to listen to uplifting music. Listening to music that not only has a soothing melody, but an uplifting message, can help to soothe our frazzled nerves and calm our stress.
When times get tough, I often think of Wilson Phillips classic, "Hold On", but there are dozens of good ones out there. Choose music and lyrics that are hopeful.
3. Another technique is to read. Books on strength, personal power, enlightenment, or self help can be good resources to help you change your outlook and the things you say to yourself.
Rather than triggering habitual self-defeating thoughts, you can find yourself thinking of new can-do concepts when times get tough. The Motivated mind would be a good choice.
4. Surrounding yourself with positive people can help with stress, too. Ideal friendships provide support when you’re down, fun when you’re up, wisdom when you’re lost, and positive energy that reduces stress.
Good friends can inspire you to reach greater heights, and see your strengths even when you don’t. Pay attention to how your friends make you feel, and if they’re less than supportive, start putting your energy and time toward people who will make you feel better.
Warmly
Richard
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