Relax!
Easier said than done – However, research shows stress can cause or worsen the following:
- Heart Disease
- Heart Attack
- High Blood Pressure
- Heart failure
- Muscle Pain
- Stomach & Intestinal problems
- Painful Menstrual Periods
- Decreased Fertility
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Asthma
- Skin Problems
What can you do to de-stress? Here are 6 new research-tested, relatively simple things you can do to de-stress:
- Smooch Spontaneously
- Cuddle, hold hands
- Lash out less
- Drink tea
- Loosen your electronic leash; cell phones, pagers, internet
- Reflect on what you value