Stress is a normal part of life and in some instances can be positive such as the buzz of excitement or the sense of concentration which helps you to do your best when faced with a new of challenging situation such as an interview.

On the other hand stress is very negative when it is a sense of anxiety, fear, depression or tension you experience when you feel you cannot cope. These experiences occur when there is a confliction between the demands placed on us and our perceived ability to cope with the demands. It is the difference between how we view the demands and how we think we can cope with the demands that determines whether we feel no stress, “good” stress, “bad” stress. Often a person may not be aware that they are stressed as the pressures they are under have become an everyday occurrence and it takes a friend, relative or a doctor to notice the warning signs. Stress is the biggest killer of our day and is the highest reason for absenteeism in the work place.
The body’s reaction to stress is commonly known as the flight or fight response. Primitive man had to respond quickly to a physical threat if he was to survive. He had a system that would trigger a response to danger and protect him immediately.

STIMULUS (threat)

hormone ADRENALINE/NORADRENALINE released

FEAR /ANGER

FLIGHT/FIGHT

HOW DO I COPE WITH STRESS IN A MORE POSITIVE WAY?

By being aware of how you treat and re-act to your body and mind. Have regular de-stress treatments such as massage, reflexology and reiki or seichem.

Learning to switch off after a hard day by either meditation and helping the body re-balance through massage, reiki, reflexology.

Learn how to think in a more positive way to help you cope with everyday stress through hypnosis, life coaching and neuro-linguistic programming. These can also help you make change and also become a better communicator and be more aware of how to relax and clear your mind of clutter and worry with visualisation which everyone can do once shown how. Take control of your thoughts which in turn controls your mind and body and reactions. TAKE CONTROL, FREE YOUR BODY MIND AND SOUL WITH A FREEDOM THERAPIES TREATMENT. Any of our treatments will help you achieve positivity in your life and stimulate a healthier more harmonious life.

Food can be a big stressor on our body with all the additives, preservatives and lack of vital vitamins and minerals – so eating a balanced healthy diet can certainly help control stress levels. Caffeine is a stressor on the body and lack of water can give you headaches and make you feel tired and constipated. There are good stress foods such as pumpkin seeds and porridge oats. Let us prepare you a diet plan to increase energy and the ability to cope with stress.

Do you experience any of the following?

• Insomnia or disturbed sleep
• Headaches
• Muscle Tension
• Backache
• Palpitations
• Poor time management
• Inability to remain focused
• Indigestion
• Financial Worries
• Boredom/depression
• Lack of energy
• Physical illness
• Allergies
• Low self esteem

If so then you may be suffering with stress. Call us now to book an appointment.

LET US COME INTO YOUR WORK PLACE TO HELP MANAGE WORK STRESS BY DOING OFFICE MASSAGE

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