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When you are in a stressful situation, your nervous system springs into action,
releasing Adrenaline hormone that prepare you to either fight or take off. It's called
the "fight or flight" response, and it's why, when you're in a stressful situation, you
may notice that your heartbeat speeds up, your breathing gets faster, your muscles
tense, and you start to sweat.
Stress increases the amount of acid in the stomach, which leads to indigestion and
heart burn.
Stress can affect the immune system.
Problems sleeping
Headaches
Before you get too stressed out about being “stressed out” there is some good news.
Following some simple stress relief tips could both lower your stress and lower your
health risks.
It is said by William James psychologist “The Greatest Weapon against stress is our
ability to choose one thought over another”
Mindfulness is a great technique that can help reduce stress. Be Mindful in whatever
you do
Way to manage stress is
by limiting computer screen time and media exposure
“It is important to not let fear control your life.
Spend time with those you love
Meditate. As meditating helps in oxygen circulation and decreases acids formed
due to stress.
Listen to your favourite music.
Be kind to others and yourself.
So, give your stress wings and let it fly away.