Tips to help with feelings of stress and overwhelm.

How often do you feel stressed or overwhelmed?

Stress is one of the leading causes of both mental and physical health problems. They call it the silent killer as it seems to be a precursor to so many issues.

While a certain level of stress is normal and even necessary for survival, prolonged or chronic stress can lead to serious health problems.

Chronic stress is something that can creep up on us over time. We live in a fast-paced society with a lot of expectations, things that need to be done, and habits/behaviours that stimulate the mind, triggering the stress response.Stress can have a significant impact on our mental health, leading to a range of problems including anxiety, depression, and burnout.

Chronic stress can cause the body to release cortisol, a hormone that can cause changes in the brain's chemistry and structure, leading to mood disorders.

Believe it or not, we can even become addicted to cortisol, making it uncomfortable to relax or have nothing to do!

Over time we can create negative coping behaviours such as substance abuse (alcohol, overeating) or social isolation, which can further exacerbate mental health problems.

Stress can also have a profound impact on physical health. Chronic stress can cause the body to release adrenaline and other stress hormones, leading to increased blood pressure, heart rate, and respiration.

Over time, this can lead to a range of physical health problems such as cardiovascular disease, digestive problems, and weakened immune systems. Chronic stress can cause muscle tension, headaches, and sleep problems. (How many people have sleep issues at the moment!! I hear this daily)

Although reading this may seem a bit doom and gloom, there are easy things you can do to help your mind and body relax.

By making a choice to work on your mental and physical wellbeing, you take back control of how you are feeling which creates the perfect space for change.

***The first thing to do is to notice whether you are stressed***

Think about the last time you had nothing to do.

How did you feel?

Did you just relax, or did you find things that needed to be done?

Does the idea of taking time out for yourself make you feel uncomfortable?

Do you have moments of quietness in your mind, or is it racing with things you haven’t done yet?

As you do this exercise, if you feel a feeling of stress rise up in your body, I want you to shake it out. Stand up if you can and run on the spot/shake and as you do, imagine all that stress shaking out of your body. I imagine it as red dust leaving my body.

You will know when to stop; you may feel yourself yawn or just your body just let go.

When this happens, put your hands on your heart, breathe in, and let yourself know everything is okay.

The second thing is fresh air and grass! Take off your shoes and socks, stand in the grass, close your eyes just for a moment, and feel yourself reset and relax. Grounding has such an important role in creating a less stressful life.

Breathing in the fresh air, taking a moment just for you is priceless.

Please reach out if you are feeling overwhelmed.

Hypnosis is very effective in helping reduce stress and improve your overall well-being. Hypnosis can help you address the underlying causes of stress, develop coping strategies, and learn how to relax and manage stress in a healthy way.

Remember, managing your stress is crucial for your overall health and well-being.