Stress in an unavoidable part of our lives today. While there a number of ways to deal with stress in a natural way, not every method works for everyone.
So it’s always good to find little things you can try to help relieve a little bit of the stress. In this article from Wake Up World, they give a few simple things you can try:
“4 Simple Ways to Relieve Tension and De-Stress Your Body
February 5th, 2018
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Stress can have devastating effects on our mental emotional and physical well-being.
Whenever you are experiencing physical or mental stress, perhaps stemming from exercise, work stresses, or just living life, it is essential to take the time to look after your body. Taking time to pamper your body is especially vital if you tax your body beyond your current fitness level.
Sadly, just living in today’s environment can cause an accumulation of toxins within the body, and this can lead to stresses in the body. When I say “toxin”, I simply mean a chemical or poison that is known to have harmful effects on the body. Toxins can come from food or water, from chemicals used to grow or prepare food, from the air that we breathe, and most of all STRESS! Stress also creates inflammation in the body that is directly related to the strength of your immune system.
It is imperative to take steps to reduce the stress on your body and help it rid itself of those harmful toxins. By doing so, your lymphatic system will not have to work overtime, and your immune system will function at a higher level. And all of this translates to better health, more energy and a better sense of sustained well-being.
Getting a massage or going to a spa are great ways to help reduce the stress in your body. But in reality, many find it difficult to make the time or maybe it is just not within your budget. Though visiting a spa on a regular basis may not be realistic for everyone, creating a spa-like environment in your own home is a great alternative for relieving stress and promoting detoxification.
Here are a few great ideas to get you started!”
Eucalyptus Shower
Take a steamy Eucalyptus Shower. Hang eucalyptus on your shower head, and the steam from the shower will release the beneficial oils. You could also simply drop 10-20 drops of eucalyptus essential oil to the floor of the shower.
In addition to promoting relaxation, eucalyptus is also known for its ability to fight viral and bacterial infections, as well ease congestion and symptoms of asthma by reducing inflammation.”
Getting massages everyday would definitely be the way to go. Unfortunately, most peoples wallets don’t like that idea. Or if you don’t already, consider getting a pet. Pet’s have shown to have a tremendous positive effect in relieving stress.
You can check out the other three tips in the post from wakeup-world.com.
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