What are some things that you are afraid of? Are there things or situations in your life that make you uncomfortable? Having fears and dislikes is a normal part of life, but what happens when these things completely take over? Let’s take a look at some of the most common phobias.
We also made a video in the rare phobias you’ve probably never heard of:
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Try A Couple Of These Great Techniques To Relieve Your Stress
Wouldn’t it be wonderful to be able to eliminate all of the stress from your daily life? Unfortunately, some stress in your life is unavoidable and small doses are even helpful. When you have stress that you cannot handle, these problems can keep on coming back! Excess stress is hazardous to your health. The following techniques will show you how to cope with stress, and reduce it in your life.
If you’re feeling stressed out try exercising on a regular basis. Exercising three to five times a week is a great way for your body to burn off excess energy and to clear out the stress. While you’re exercising, your mind can focus on that task at hand and you can forget about what’s stressing you out.
Take time for a mini self-massage. Taking the palm of your hand and simply massage it with the thumb of the other hand in a circular motion can help to relieve your stress. You could also use a massage tool to do this. Massage works wonders at getting rid of stress.
Having a personal affirmation which is a sentence or two long can help you to focus your mind on what is important in your life. Say this mantra to yourself over and over to silence the part of you that is critical of yourself, which can increase your stress. You will feel much better if you continually repeat that you can feel calm and you can feel better.
If you are having a disagreement with someone, try having a long talk with them to work things out. This can be very relieving and take a weight off your shoulders that you may be carrying around all day. Resolving disputes with others can go a long way in alleviating stress.
When you work for the greater part of your life, you may not have time to treat yourself. One of the things that you should do at least once during the week is to get a manicure or a pedicure. This will make you feel good about your body and relieve your tension.
One of the more enjoyable remedies to daunting stress is partaking of a deep, relaxing professional massage. Most people that are stressed have sore muscles that are full of tension. By getting a good massage, you will relax your muscles. This will make you feel more at ease overall, and that reduces stress.
Ahhh…. Who doesn’t love a hot bath? Soaking in a bath is a great stress reliever. But, we don’t always have time for a hot bath. If you don’t have time for a bath, wash your face or even your hands with some hot water and imagine you are soaking your stresses away.
Exercise away the stress. Exercise uses your pent up energy in a positive way to de-stress your body. Find an exercise routine that suits you, try cardio, jogging, cycling or weight training and sweat out the stress! You will be giving your body a great workout and using the negative energy caused by stress to do something positive for yourself.
You should never feel as though your stress is a victimless crime. It is sure to be affecting those people nearest and dearest to you. Even if it doesn’t cause your children to be scared of you or your coworkers to avoid you, there is always one other victim – you.
An important thing to keep in mind that can help you fight stress is to realize that you can’t control everything. Trying to be in control of everything is a great way to keep yourself stressed out at all times. You must learn that there’s only so much you can control in life.
Mentally, you will need to do many things to ascertain that you do not face high levels of stress. One thing that you should practice is letting go of the past. Constantly thinking about something that makes you sad will only serve to add more stress to your life and should be avoided.
If your current methods of coping with stress include unhealthy habits, try substituting them with something actually good for you. For instance, if you typically overeat when you feel stressed out, try exercising instead. Your body will be stronger, and better able to deal with everyday stress, if you replace your unhealthy coping habits with healthy ones.
A fun tip to remember when dealing with stress is to listen to music. Although you may not think so, listening to your favorite music can actually provide you with energy. Listening to music lifts your spirits and makes you happier, which is a great combatant for stress.
One of the easiest ways to reduce stress in your life is by shutting off the evening news. Today’s news broadcasts are typically filled with nothing but doom and gloom, making them anything but uplifting. In fact, they can leave you feeling downright stressed out and worried. Instead, try skimming the news headlines online to stay informed. Just don’t allow yourself to get bogged down in all the details.
When the weather is nice outside, take advantage of the outdoors and have a picnic with your friends and family. It is important to get out of the house once in a while, as this can serve as a great alternative. Also, breathing in the fresh air will make you feel great.
Stop smoking. Smoking is often a reaction to stress. When stressed people actively seek out chemicals and activities that they perceive as providing relief. Tobacco contains nicotine and it is a powerful addictive chemical. Smoking also keeps your hands occupied, something your mind sometimes pushes you to do when you are stressed.
The challenge lies in finding methods that work best for you and making sure to use these methods when you begin feeling stressed. The unpredictable nature of stress often makes prevention very difficult. Apply the tips from this article to your life, and you will be on your way to a happier, stress-free life.
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