Stress is a mental, physical or emotional strain or tension resulting from a demanding circumstance. Whenever someone experience stress it affect his/her daily activities negatively. Below are causes of some life stress experience:
- Loss of job
- Chronic illness or injury
- Increase in financial obligations
- Emotional problems (anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, anger, grief.)
- Divorces
- Sudden death of a love one.
Here are some physical symptoms of stress:
- Headache
- Upset stomach
- Low energy
- Nausea
- Constipation.
Below are some of the ways you can handle stress:
- Try to Identify Where the Stress Is Coming From.
Basically, understanding or knowing the area the stress is coming from makes the problem to be half solved. You can easily figure it out by asking yourself; was it the project you have at hand? An exam you are about to write or was it a misunderstanding with your boss, friends or family members? These are some of the questions you consider in identifying the area the stress is coming from.
- Be Prepared.
Irrational expectations and surprises are the main drivers of stress. To give you more of a sense of control over your life, take some time each morning to plan your day. It is better to plan, it simply helps you identify or being aware of what you are to do the next day. These can help in saving you from load of stress during the day.
- Listen to Music.
Study has shown that music helps in relieving stress. Whether you’re working or even sleeping, consider putting on some cool relaxing music to keep you centered and calm.
- Talk to A Friend.
We are social creatures and talking to friends and loved ones can help us relieve stress. It helps us to realize that there is someone in our corner and we are not alone in our stress.
- Eat Healthy Food.
Someone may ask, what connection does food have with stress? Consuming foods that are heavy in sugar and bad fats can affect your mental health. It is advisable to adopt a diet that is low in processed foods to keep your gut clean.
- Get A Massage
Feeling overloaded and looking to treat yourself? Study show that getting a massage can also help reduce stress. So kindly take some time to pamper yourself when times get tough.
- Watch A Funny Movie.
Laughter is a well know stress reliever, so curl up on the couch with a comedy every now and then. Watch funny movies with friends and loved one, this can really help in relieving stress.