Feeling Stressed?

Stress Management Techniques That Really Work

Natural, effective methods to beat stress and calm

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Stress is the feeling we get when everything seems to much too cope with.  When faced with a stressful situation, the body responds by increasing production of certain hormones such as cortisol and adrenaline.  These hormones lead to changes in heart rate, metabolism and blood pressure.  Stress affects different people in different ways and we all have different ways of trying to cope with it.

Stress isn't always a bad thing.  In small doses it can motivate you, and help you stay focused, energetic and alert.  However when it gets out of control, stress can have serious repercussions on both your emotional and physical health.  Managing stress is all about taking charge of your life - your emotions, your thoughts and the way you cope with problems that come your way. 

Stress Relief Tip Of The Week
Get More Sleep!

Tips For Getting More Sleep

1. Try to go to bed at the same time every night
2. Make sure your room is dark enough - use black out blinds or a sleep mask
3. Avoid drinking caffeine after mid-day
4. Try having a warm bath before bed, add a few drops of lavender oil
5. Make sure the bedroom is not too warm
6. Try winding down with a good book, instead of the television
7. Listening to relaxation music at a beat of 60bpm
8. Try a hot milky drink

Benefits of Relaxation

Boosts immunity

Improves blood flow to the heart

Lowers cholesterol

Boosts fertility

Eases muscle tension

Helps to control blood sugar

Lowers blood pressure

Reduces inflammation

Decreases pain

Increases endorphin levels - the happy hormones

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"Sometimes the cure for restlessness is rest."
Colleen Wainwright

"The time to relax is when you don't have time for it."
Jim Goodwin