Take a deep breath in through your nose. Fill your lungs completely. Now slowly exhale through your mouth. Repeat. For most people, engaging in some deep breathing like this is relaxing, calming and helps relieve stress. However, some find that focusing on and controlling their breath actually makes them feel more anxious and stressed. This […]
Stress is an inevitable part of life. Yet excessive or chronic stress takes a toll on both our mental and physical health. When we’re stressed, our sympathetic nervous system activates, triggering our body’s “fight-or-flight” response. Our breathing becomes rapid and shallow, our heart races, muscles tense up, and blood pressure rises. Practices that elicit the […]
The holidays are meant for resting, recharging, and relaxing. However, amidst all the excitement of a new destination, it can be easy to fill your days with sightseeing and activities. Don’t get so caught up in checking items off your bucket list that you return home completely exhausted! Remember to build in time to simply […]
The holiday season often brings joy and togetherness, but it can also be one of the most stressful times of year. Between shopping, parties, family visits, cooking, cleaning, working, and general holiday hullabaloo, our schedules fill up quickly. With so much going on, it’s easy to become overwhelmed and anxious. However, there are many effective […]
Life can be stressful. Whether it’s a bad day at work, family issues, health problems, or any host of other challenges, we all encounter situations that leave us tense, anxious, or overwhelmed. While some stress can actually be positive by motivating us to take action, prolonged and intense pressure can negatively impact both our physical […]
Life can be stressful. Work deadlines, financial pressures, relationship issues, health problems, and other challenges can keep you in a constant state of stress overload. While a little stress here and there is normal, chronic stress takes a toll on both your mental and physical health. The constant flood of stress hormones like cortisol and […]
Stress is an inevitable part of life. From work deadlines to financial pressures to relationship issues, we all encounter things that can leave us feeling anxious, overwhelmed, and emotionally drained. While a little bit of stress can actually be beneficial by motivating us into action, prolonged and chronic stress takes a major toll on both […]
For many people, shopping serves as a quick fix when feeling stressed or down. The act of buying something new gives an instant rush of dopamine and other feel-good neurotransmitters in the brain. This provides temporary relief or distraction from unpleasant emotions. However, shopping to cope ultimately creates more problems than it solves. Why We […]
It’s been a long, stressful day at the office. You’re tired and frazzled, with tension building in your neck and shoulders. As you walk to your car after work, you contemplate going straight home to collapse on the couch. But then you get another idea – maybe a little shopping trip is just what you […]
Stress is an inevitable part of life that can take a major toll on our mental and physical health if left unchecked. Chronic stress leads to elevated cortisol levels, which can impair immune function, blood pressure, and more. Finding healthy ways to manage and relieve stress is critical for overall wellbeing. This is where sound […]
Life today is increasingly stressful. Whether it’s work demands, financial pressures, health issues, or the 24/7 pace of life, most people experience high stress levels on a regular basis. While some degree of stress will always be part of living, chronic stress takes a toll on both physical and mental wellbeing. Finding effective ways to […]
Life today is full of pressures that can accumulate and create intense mental stress. According to recent surveys, around 80% of people frequently experience symptoms caused by stress. These include anxiety, insomnia, headaches, muscle tension, anger issues, and more. However, while mental stress is common, it does not have to become an inescapable burden. With […]
Life today is full of pressures that can create mental stress. According to the American Psychological Association, nearly 80% of people frequently experience physical or psychological symptoms caused by stress. Prolonged stress can damage health and wellbeing. Finding ways to manage and reduce stress is essential. Here are some of the most effective strategies for […]
We all experience stress in our lives from time to time. It can arise from external circumstances like a looming work deadline, financial difficulties, or relationship problems. But stress can also be self-imposed through habitual patterns of negative thinking. Ruminating over regrets, judging ourselves harshly, or endlessly second-guessing our choices can generate massive amounts of […]
Life today is increasingly filled with pressures and demands that can tax our mental wellbeing. While some manage stress more easily, chronic stress takes a toll on most people over time both mentally and physically. Recognizing the common signs is the first step to managing mental stress effectively. Difficulty Relaxing One key indicator of high […]
Feeling stressed out, anxious, or overwhelmed by life? You’re not alone. With increasingly busy modern lifestyles, many of us deal with high levels of chronic stress. This can take a toll both mentally and physically. While stress may be unavoidable at times, there are effective ways to counteract and manage it. One technique that has […]
Life is increasingly filled with responsibilities, conflicts, pressures, and constant digital distraction. This non-stop busyness leads to pervasive stress that takes a toll on both mental and physical health. While there are many modern techniques for managing stress, sometimes the simplest solution is the best one. Curling up with an engrossing work of fiction provides […]
Stress is an unavoidable part of life that can take a major toll on the body, especially for women. While occasional stress is normal and even beneficial at times, chronic stress can manifest in myriad ways physically if not properly managed. Due to hormonal differences, women tend to internalize stress more than men, making them […]
It’s no secret that stress can wreak havoc on our bodies. For women in particular, high stress levels can take a major toll on digestive health. Women are disproportionately affected by digestive issues like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), ulcers, constipation, and more. This is due to a combination of anatomical, hormonal, and neurological factors. Understanding […]
We all face periods of extreme pressure in our lives, whether it’s meeting a tight work deadline, public speaking, or even during emergencies. Remaining calm in these high-stakes situations is crucial, but not always easy. When pressure builds, it’s a natural response to feel tense, anxious, and frantic as stress hormones like cortisol and adrenaline […]
Life can be stressful. Between work, family, and other obligations, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. While big lifestyle changes can help reduce stress in the long run, sometimes you just need a quick fix to calm your nerves. The good news is that there are simple, effective techniques you can use anytime, anywhere to relax […]
Life can be stressful. Between work, family obligations, and just keeping up with day-to-day tasks, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. When you’re stressed, it can negatively impact your health, happiness, and productivity. The good news is that there are simple, effective techniques you can use to relieve stress quickly – even in as little as […]
Life is full of stressors – work pressures, financial concerns, relationship issues, health problems, and more. While a manageable level of stress is normal, excessive or prolonged stress can negatively impact both physical and mental health. One common effect of high stress is increased moodiness and irritability. But why exactly does stress cause moodiness for […]
It’s late in the evening. You’re tired but feeling too stressed and wound up to fall asleep. Getting a good night’s sleep is crucial for your mental and physical health, yet stress often gets in the way. Don’t toss and turn all night – there are many effective ways to relax and de-stress before bed […]