Your Mental Health: Limiting The Stress

Stress is a natural psychological reaction to both great and unpleasant life events, such as starting a new job or losing a loved one. Stress isn't

abnormal or harmful in and of itself. It's all about how you react to stress.

Stress levels might also be worsened by certain lifestyle choices. This is especially true if they have an impact on your overall health or if you develop unhealthy coping methods as a result of them.

The following are examples of stress-inducing lifestyle choices:

⚫  Poor physical activity

⚫  Working for long periods at a time without taking a break, smoking or

         using illegal drugs, or being a "workaholic" who does not eat a well-

         balanced diet

⚫  Too much time spent in bed watching TV or playing video games

       while glancing at a smartphone can prevent you from falling asleep.

        Stress is a natural psychological reaction to both great and

⚫ The continuous stressors of everyday life might sometimes trigger your fight-or-flight reaction.             This can result in a variety of issues, including depression. On certain occasions, the onset of depression has nothing to do with stress.

How you can limit your stress

Reducing alcohol, drugs, and caffeine intake: These substances will not help you avoid stress, and they may even make it worse.

Nutrition: A well-balanced diet rich in fruits and vegetables helps support the immune system during times of stress. A bad diet can cause health problems as well as increased stress.

Management of responsibilities: Spending a little time arranging a daily to-do list and focusing on essential or time-sensitive chores may be beneficial. People can then concentrate on what they have achieved or accomplished for the day rather than the things they still have to finish.

Speak up: Sharing one's worries and concerns with family, friends, and coworkers can help a person "blow off steam" and feel less alone. You can join the Women of Grace UK community today, a good platform that help proffer solution the best way possible.

Meditate, massage, and yoga can aid with breathing and relaxation.

The heart rate can be slowed and relaxation can be achieved by using breathing and relaxation techniques. Mindfulness meditation incorporates deep breathing as well.

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