Hi, Rebecca Heck here from Optimo at Impact Fitness.
Here we are in September wondering where the summer went. As we are full-blown back on our work/school schedules, the shift from the relaxed summer can put extra stress and pressure on us. However, the stress we put on ourselves can be detrimental to our health.
I’m going to share a few options to help overcome that overwhelming feeling.
First when you feel that stress happening then ask yourself..... “ Is this situation really worth my attention “ or “Am I willing to allow this scenario to ruin my day”
It’s important to realize if we allow others to decide how we feel and react then we give away our ability to choose our mood for ourselves. We can’t control everything that happens to us. However, we can control how we react to it.
How to deal with the on-slot of daily stress?
1) Before saying anything, close your eyes and take 10 deep breaths.
I know it sounds too easy but this does wonders for stress reduction.
I suggest starting the day with this breathing technique to allow for the perfect beginning of stress-free day.
First thing in the morning while laying down. Keep your eyes closed. Inhale through the nose, then hold the breath for 4 seconds, then exhale out the mouth. Repeat this 7 times.
Then take a deep inhale through the nose and hold the breath as you tighten all the muscles in the body. Hold that 5 seconds then release the muscles and exhale out the mouth Repeat 5 times.
After that “ Smile”
Smiling releases good feeling hormones and literally makes you feel better and happier, even if you fake smile, it still works ????
Hope this helps everyone start out with a happier less stressful day!!!
Happiness Rules!!!
Have an “amazing” day - every day.