Stress Your
Life by Michael Messner
We've long known that middle-aged men are much more likely than
women to have high blood pressure--about 36 percent of men versus
23 percent of women between the ages of 45 and 54. And, since high
blood pressure can lead to stroke, it's not surprising that many
more men die over from these "brain attacks”. The explanation
for this difference between the sexes has been lifestyle. Men are
more likely to smoke, be overweight, drink alcohol, and avoid exercise--all
risk factors for high blood pressure. Undoubtedly, poor health
habits account for much of the difference.
Traffic Jam Anxiety
In this day and age, the average person spends a significantly
large amount of time in his car. And with the ever-increasing
number of cars on the road, we spend an even larger amount
of time stuck
in traffic jams. However, you can follow these tips to spend
less time stressing out while stranded in the middle of a highway.
By
getting up 15 minutes earlier in the morning every day, you can
reduce the pressure by avoiding the morning rush hour. Another
tip is to stick to the right lane on the freeway. The minute
or two gained by aggressive driving isn't worth the stress.
Work Place Worries
Now that you have arrived at work early and in a relaxed mood,
take the time to review long-term plans because stress lies in
the moment-by-moment pressures. If you feel the stress piling
up during your workday, breathe in and out four times very slowly
to clear your mind. During lunchtime, it is important to get
away
from the office and exercise. Make it a goal to walk around during
your break or even follow a simple and short workout routine.
Exercise release endorphins into your blood stream, which are
pleasure inducing
chemicals that are also discharged during sex.
Be Positive
Stress is also related to the past. Keep in mind that mistakes
happen, and the only thing that you can change about the past
is your attitude towards it. Another thing that can keep your
stress
level low is to keep smiling. Even a superficial smile is a great
start towards a happy day according to research. Having regular
sex is also helpful in keeping happy.
It is also important to set some time aside to indulge yourself.
Whether it be taking a nap, or allowing yourself an occasional
piece of cake, spending time on yourself can make you feel
great and happy. However, it is crucial not to eat for relief all
the
time. Eating is a relief for stress, and stress can be a result
of over-eating. So, be very careful not to start this vicious
cycle. While taking the time out for yourself can be beneficial,
doing
things for others can also improve your life. Volunteering
for others pushes your own troubles away, and can give you a greater
perspective on life. Finally, and most importantly, setting
time
aside for your friends and family can be a great way to feel
great. There is no better thing than being with loved ones
and enjoying
activities with them. Also, keep all the things in your life
in perspective.
Try to follow all these tips for better mental and physical
health. This is a great guide for a happier, healthier, and
longer life.
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