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Are you struggling with the impact of all the uncertainties, changes and restrictions that come with the Covid-19 pandemic?
Don’t worry, you are not alone. Here is Part 1 of our series of daily health and wellness tips – make sure to LIKE and SHARE our Facebook page so you don’t miss out on the next one!
These quick stress relief tips can be done anywhere.
Chronic and prolonged stress can lead to a variety of health issues – so let’s be proactive and stay healthy so we can support our families, loved ones and be strong for our communities!
Sit in a comfortable position, close your eyes and take a few deep breaths by expanding your belly rather than lifting your shoulders. This helps to release some physical tension and increases oxygen intake.
Change your scenery, even if it means just leaving the room you are in, and change your perspective. Walking gets your blood circulating, and it may help to distract you from your stressors so you can return to a new frame of mind.
Even a short burst of exercise (like running up and down a flight of stairs, doing jumping jacks, or several sets of push-ups) can reduce stress. Exercise will deliver more oxygen to your brain and it will help you “blow off steam” in a healthy manner.
Softer music can help relax tense muscles or get you “in the zone” when practicing other stress reduction activities such as yoga, or soaking in the tub.
Upbeat music can help lift your mood or help you regain some energy
Start moving to your favourite tunes or just sing along, this will help create a more positive mind set and releases tension.
Steal a few minutes of peace to gaze out your window, relax your body and allow yourself to do NOTHING.
Maintaining a sense of humor reminds us that our stressors may not be as menacing as they seem. Watch your favourite comedy show, cartoons or movies to regain perspective.
If you like to write, journaling clarifies your thoughts and feelings for increased self-knowledge. Putting the experience on paper gets your worries off your mind and helps you refocus.
This gives you more patience, better reaction time, increased learning, more efficiency and better health. Even if you only have 5 minutes to spare, just close your eyes and allow yourself a break.
Sometimes we do not have the power to change our circumstances, but we can change how we respond to them. By lessening the impact we learn to cope better, and are able to function in times of challenge without sacrificing our health and well being or affecting those around us.
PLEASE – If you are having difficulties managing the current situation and you or a loved one needs help from a health care professional – GIVE US A CALL!!
Your mental and physical health and well being matters – especially during times of challenge and uncertainty, and when your regular exercise and health care routine may be disrupted.
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