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Stress Management
Meeting a deadline at the office, preparing the house for company, cleaning out the garage… we all have an ever-growing to-do list, and let’s face it… sometimes our lives stress us out! Over time these stressors can trigger a variety of health problems:
- High blood pressure
- Heart disease and stroke
- Decreased immune defenses
- Cancer
- Stomach problems
- Diminished brain functioning
There are stress management strategies you can explore to help reduce your tensions.
- Connect with others – spend time with family and friends
- Stay positive – give yourself a pep talk
- Get physically active – take a walk or a bike ride
- Help others – volunteer
- Get enough sleep – 7 to 9 hours is recommended
- Eat well – don’t forget your fruits and veggies
- Take care of your spirit – meditate or try yoga
- Seek professional help if you need it