Ways of Dealing With Stress

By: Ron Harper

There are a multitude of ways of dealing with stress. Some have been borrowed from other cultures and religions. The Hindus have yoga and the Japenese have zen. Both of these methods are excellent ways of relieving stress. Yoga is a method of stretching the muscles of various body parts as well as use of positions to relax various parts of the body. Zen is more of a psychological approach to relaxation. It emphasizes relaxing the body through meditation. It can be very effective at relieving stress, especially if practiced on a daily basis.

Other ways of relieving stress include outdoor walks, various types of breathing exercises, or other forms of physical activity. Some may enjoy listening to music or cooking.

Unfortunately, not all stress relievers are physically safe or healthy. Some people turn to smoking cigarettes (or other substances), alcohol, or drugs. I personally believe that these forms of stress relief should be avoided.

Acupuncture and hypnosis can be tried. Certified professionals should be sought if you want to try one of these methods.

If your own attempts at stress relief fail, do not hesitate to consult your physician. For some, medication is required, at least temporarily. By all means, make sure you do something. Ignoring it will only cost you more mentally and physically in the future.

Natural products can be just as effective and in some cases, more potent, than the man made substances. Some of these also contain a high amount of desirable vitamins and minerals. However, if you're going to use alternative medicine, do your research first. Make sure that you know the ingredients of what you are taking. Some may contain other substances and chemicals which are harmful. You should also be aware of the fact that many natural substances have their own set of side effects and drawbacks. For instance St John's Wart can cause prolonged bleeding times. Always be sure that your physician is aware of any natural or herbal supplements you are using.***

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Due to the growing popularity and demand for natural and herbal remedies, the FDA is now trying to begin to regulate these substances as well.
Look around and try different methods of stress relief. Find one that works for you so you can stop stressing.
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