STESS: You got it, I got it, We ALL got it!

Yes we all have stress in one form or another. We have physical stress from our jobs, exercise, the chair we sit in or the bed we lay in. We have mental stress from our jobs, family, health and other relationships. Our body reacts to these stresses in many ways. Stress affects our heart rate and blood pressure as well as lowers our resistance to disease and infection. In chronic situations stress can create anxiety, hopelessness, and may lead to depression. Psychological distress can even cause pain, especially in the low back and across the tops of the shoulders.
Here is a list of things that can cause stress: death of a close friend or family member or even a family pet, special events such as weddings, moving to a new home or place, divorce or family issues, births, birthdays, illness, children, ill parents, financial problems, bills, exams in school, medical exams, traffic, deadlines at work, too much smoking or drinking of alcohol or too little sleep and a poor diet.
Here is a list of things to do to relieve stress: Be a positive thinker-look forward to a good outcome, confront the situation with a positive outlook and don't ignore or avoid issues. Avoid negative emotions such as anger, hostility, jealousy, and aggression. Enjoy and appreciate the outdoors and the sun and fresh air. Scents such as orange and lavender that you can get in oils, candles and plants can be helpful. Drinking teas can help reduce inflammation as well as be a stress reliever. Have a strong support system through your positive relationships especially after illnesses and the death of someone close. Listen to soft relaxing music. Exercise- just walking a mile a day can relieve stress and at the same time help your overall health. Some form of medication may be needed, use medication safely and with the direction of your physician. Counselling may be needed at times. LAUGH--a lot! Laughing helps to relieve anxiety and prevents depression. Laughing can help build your immune system, enhance mood, lower blood pressure, it also helps put others at ease around you and improves relationships.
And as always get regular chiropractic adjustments.
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