In this 10thand final episode of our summer energy series with Christy Mattoon of Mindrewire we talked about the difference between a band-aid and a permanent solution. If you can solve what’s causing your stress symptoms now you can avoid disease later.
Daily high levels of stress over time lead to disease. In fact over 80 diseases are tied directly to stress. Since it’s a personal perception each of us needs to find a personal way to recognize and deal with our stress symptoms.
Destressing on a daily basis is important for the health of your:
Subconscious mind
Gut
If you have more stress than the body can handle it could be interfering with your optimal energy, your optimal weight and the strategies you’re employing may be actually increasing your stress load. Some degree of stress is necessary! It’s not just unavoidable due to our meaningful lives: the people and things we love are the most likely to cause us stress! But in fact you, like a kite or violin, need a certain amount of tension to thrive. It’s not about trying to eliminate stress as much as trying to relieve it by adding joy to the equation. While you’re busy, while your building a career and caring for others, taking time to fill your own cup and find happiness and joy in every day will decrease stress symptoms.
Stress symptoms vary greatly from one individual to another but often include:
Forgetfulness
Sleeplessness or desire to sleep more
Introversion/social retreat
Headache
Stomachache
Illness
Injury
Moodiness
Argumentative nature
Inability to concentrate/focus
Skin issues: blemishes, conditions
Digestive issues
Stress is caused by or solved by:
Nutrition
Exercise
Rest & recovery
Hormones
Sleep
Coping strategies
Techniques and practices often effective for relieving stress symptoms:
Music
Yoga
Nature
Pets
Time alone
Social time
Unplugging
Adventure
Massage
Floating in water
Laughter
Socializing/venting
This series has been brought to Flipping 50 with my guest Christy Mattoon. Reach out to her at Christy@mindrewire.comto book a 30-minute session with her if you want to go deeper.
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Link to prior episodes in this series:
Instant Energy
Cross Train Your Brain
Affirmations for Energy
Stop Energy Sucking Habits
Reduce Anxiety Now
Boost Energy with Hydration
Dump Stress
Stay Calm
Practice Makes Perfect
