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7 top tips can help busy mums find relief from the constant demands of work, childcare, and household responsibilities.
Discover the common symptoms of being stressed and longterm issues that may arise.
What is the Fight and flight response:
The fight or flight response is an evolutionary mechanism that prepares the body to confront or escape threats. It triggers a cascade of physiological changes orchestrated by the sympathetic nervous system:
Increased heart rate to pump more blood to muscles.
Rapid breathing to supply more oxygen to the body.
Halted digestion to redirect energy to more critical functions.
Dilated pupils to improve vision.
While this response is beneficial for short-term threats, it becomes problematic when activated for extended periods in modern life, where physical confrontation or escape is often not an option. This chronic activation leads to a range of health issues due to the body's inability to return to homeostasis:
Alcohol and drug dependencies as maladaptive coping mechanisms.
Anorexia is due to disrupted appetite and eating patterns.
Chronic fatigue syndrome from constant energy expenditure.
Stomach disorders are caused by prolonged suppression of digestive functions.
Joint pain from tension and inflammation.
Sleep problems due to ongoing hyper arousal.
Emotional outbursts that affect relationships in a negative way.
Recognizing and addressing stress is crucial for mitigating these effects. Common approaches include consulting medical professionals, exploring self-help resources, and engaging with various healing practices. The initial and critical step in managing stress is learning to identify its presence and impact on one's life. Techniques for stress reduction might include:
Relaxation techniques like deep breathing, meditation, and yoga to activate the parasympathetic nervous system.
Creative activities to help build concentration on the present moment, express emotions in a constructive way, calm the mind and release body stress.
Regular physical activity to dissipate built-up stress hormones.
Adequate sleep to allow the body to recover.
Healthy eating supports overall bodily functions.
Social support to provide emotional relief and perspective.
Time management to reduce feelings of being overwhelmed.
By adopting these strategies, individuals can improve their ability to relax, feel safe, and ultimately enhance their healing and overall well-being.
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