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Life is full of challenges, deadlines and demands. It is no wonder then that stress has become commonplace.
When you are stressed, you may feel anything from moody, irritable, lousy, edgy, restless, fatigue, frustrated, worried, depressed, threatened, insecure and a loss of interest.
Physical symptoms like headache, muscle tension, neck pain, shoulder pain, chest pain, lower back pain, frequent colds, stomach ache, indigestion, diarrhea, constipation, insomnia and excessive sweating may also develop.
Some may even experience hair loss and memory loss. Others may lose their appetite or binge on junk food. Then there are those who will splurge on things they don't actually need. Yet others may resort to excessive drinking and smoking.
Excessive and long-term stress can lead to serious health complications and problems like migraine, high blood pressure, weakened immune system, higher risk of heart disease and stroke, infertility and rapid aging. Hence, it is important to take steps to manage stress to prevent the situation from deteriorating.
There are several ways to manage stress, some of which are as follows:
1) Build a strong network of supportive family members and friends. They will provide the emotional support to see you through difficult times.
2) Build up your emotional resilience. Be flexible and positive. Have faith that nothing is too big for you. Stay cool. Analyze the situation. Find solutions.
3) Exercise regularly as it strengthens the body and helps to relax the mind. Have at least 7 hours of sleep.
4) Maintain a well-balanced diet. Include more fruits and vegetables. Reduce your intake of salt, refined sugar, oil, fat and caffeine. Avoid heavy drinking and smoking.
5) Learn to say no. You don't have to please everyone.
6) Set realistic expectations, otherwise you are just inviting stress to show up.
7) Take slow, deep breaths whenever you feel that stress is building up.
8 ) Smile often and laugh heartily.
9) Soothe your senses. Listen to your favorite music, sit by the beach, walk in the park or simply go for a therapeutic massage.
10) Help others. Your focus will be turned towards others instead of on your stressful situation.
11) Turn sorrow into strength. Re-arrange your furniture or re-paint your room with a rainbow hue. Be your own cheer leader.
You don't have to live with stressful situations. You have a choice. Manage it well, don't let it mess up your life.
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