Stressed Out?

Any sort of change causes stress, even good changes -- summer break, in-between classes at school, or a major break-up. You feel the tension caused by stress in your shoulders, in your neck. You lose sleep, feel depressed, and feel tired. The long-term effects of stress are much worse: stress ups your risk for heart disease, mental distress, and weight gain.

This summer, practice a few simple tips for stress relief. Enjoy regular exercise. Walking is a good way to reduce stress. Sometimes, just learning to accept what you cannot change can help ease the burden of stress. Meditation and yoga are two stress-management techniques that help train your body to relieve stress.

Are you feeling stressed? If you know someone who has one or several of these symptoms, please encourage them to seek help. If you would like more information on stress management techniques or anxiety disorders, please visit http://www.therapeuticbenefits.com/ for resources and to schedule a free phone consultation.