Stress is a feeling that’s created when we react to particular events. It’s the body’s way of rising to a challenge and preparing to meet a tough situation with focus, strength, stamina, and heightened alertness. When we are under stress, the body releases stress hormones that allow us to respond to the stressful situation. It may be a very happy occasion such as your daughter/son getting married or maybe you have lost a beloved pet, both situations can create a lot of stress in the body, mind and spirit. Stress may affect us by creating depression, anxiety, digestive problems and over long periods may of time create chronic disease.
There are many different methods for helping to induce the relaxation response, these includes relaxation techniques such as meditation, yoga, tai chi, deep breathing, visualization. With regular practice your body will start to respond by going into a more relaxed state and reduce your overall stress levels. Try and find something that you are comfortable with and that will suit your needs. It may be attending a yoga class, or doing in a 10 or 15 minute visualization or meditation at home. Stress is a natural part of life, but if we are able to learn techniques to cope and release stress then we will be able to stay calm and collected during stressful periods.
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