How to calm yourself in 1 minute?
In this blog, you will see a 1 minute video showing how you can handle stress and calm yourself anytime, anywhere. Thanks to my friend Madhurima Sappatti, a soul coach and podcaster — she shares her simple yet amazing trick exclusively for us.
Before that, let’s give STRESS a benefit of the doubt and get to know it better
Stress is any change that causes physical, emotional, or psychological strain. Stress is your body’s response to anything that requires attention or action. Everyone experiences stress to some degree. — According to verywellmind.com
It can be drowning and suffocating. This gremlin messes with you so much you feel your chest squeezing the life out of you!
It upsets you so much your stomach starts gnawing itself, forcing you to have an acid attack and embarrassing you in front of others. (FYI: stress produces stomach acid that turns to gas that results in people running away from you)
If stress is a psychological thing, as most people shrug it off, why does it hurt you so much — literally?
Let’s dive deep, shall we?
What is stress?
It is a natural, human, bodily response to something new. Stress keeps us alert, motivated, and ever-ready to react to a perceived danger.
We can credit stress for initiating our FIGHT, FLIGHT, or FREEZE mode. It increases your heart rate, breathing and heightens your senses.
Now you know how The Incredible Hulk feels all the time.
For example, you have a presentation coming up; your stress can:
- Pump your body with adrenaline to work harder and stay awake longer.
- Eat anything and everything in sight.
- Sleep because you feel your energy just dropped to zero levels.
Even though stress can make you a superhero for a short period, it is unhealthy to stay stressed. Chronic or long term stress can lead to emotional and mental symptoms like:
- Anxiety or irritability.
- Depression.
- Panic attacks.
- Sadness
Negative effects of stress :
- High blood pressure
- Bodily aches and pains.
- Palpitations or chest pain.
- Extreme fatigue and insomnia.
- Migraines, shaking, or nausea.
- Tense muscles and cramps.
- Acid attacks, GERD, or digestive problems.
- Trouble having sex.
- Low energy and exhaustion.
- Weak immune system.
- Upset stomach, diarrhea, constipation, or being bloated.
Ways to have lesser stress
- Relax. Even just taking deep breathes help. Meditate or pray. Do yoga, stretches, and exercises that promote muscle relaxation.
- Have a routine to take care of your body every day. Eat healthy, sleep, and move around.
- Practice the habit of gratitude every day. Thank everything that keeps you alive and in a better state than yesterday. Acknowledge the positive aspects of your life.
- Accept that there are things you cannot control. Let go of worrying about those you cannot change.
- Say NO to activities that are not your priority. It lessens the things you have to think about.
- Connect with people who keep you calm, happy, and supported. If you are ready, talk to a trusted confidant.
- Delegate responsibilities so you won’t be overwhelmed.
When should I talk to a doctor, therapist, or psychologist about stress?
- You feel overwhelmed.
- You need to use substances or alcohol.
- You have thoughts about hurting yourself.
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