Stress and your health
Stress and tension are unfortunately both a part
of our modern lifestyle and can affect almost everyone at some
time in their life. Occasional stress is not necessarily a bad
thing and can help one to perform at one's peak when the pressure
is on. Chronic stress, however, leads to imbalance in our minds
and bodies, with a potentially devastating effect on both health
and feelings of well-being.
Chronic stress has a major impact on our
psychological and physical health and has been shown to play a
crucial role in the development of a range of diseases and
disorders. Most commonly, increased production of stress hormones
and muscle tension are linked to problems such as insomnia,
depression, anxiety and panic attacks.
Prolonged or extreme stress has even been linked
to a variety of physical ailments such as hypertension, headaches,
arthritis, adrenal fatigue, weakened immune systems, cancer,
infertility and many more. Stress can cause premature aging and a
significant reduction in quality of life.
Dealing with stress the
healthy way
To cope with stress, many people self-medicate
by using cigarettes, alcohol and other drugs. Pharmaceutical
companies and the medical profession make billions of dollars in
the treatment of stress-related illnesses and through the
prescription of synthetic drugs. Many people become addicted to
prescription medication in an attempt to find relief from
depression, panic attacks, insomnia and other stress-related
disorders.
In treating the symptoms of stress and anxiety,
many psychologists use techniques aimed at progressive relaxation
of all the major muscle groups in the body, which ultimately
induces a state of deep relaxation and calm.
Once this state has been reached and the person
is completely relaxed, guided imagery may be used to provide
further therapeutic benefits which have far reaching effects on
the person's functioning even after the therapeutic session has
ended.
Relaxation and meditation techniques have been
clinically shown to play a significant role in promoting health
and relieving stress. Clinical trials even suggest that regular
meditation and relaxation can lower blood pressure and heart rate
and result in a greater sense of emotional and physical
well-being.
Apart from the therapeutic benefits outlined
above, regular sessions using this therapeutic CD will teach you
how to access a calm and peaceful place inside yourself - a skill
that you can use at any time to calm and relax yourself, relieve
anxiety and reduce tension.
Regular use can help to reduce the reliance on
harmful methods of stress-relief such as cigarettes, alcohol and
psychiatric drugs and can prevent the damaging effects of stress
on your body and mind.
How has The Calm Within CD
helped others?
"Stress has been a big
problem for me the last few years, since I started my own
business. I work long hours and every work day seems even more
stressful than the last. My family was nearly at their wits end
with me a few months ago as I was permanently on edge, barely
eating anything and always grumpy with my husband and kids. A
friend recommended your CD and I ordered it just to make her happy
but it has actually been a turning point for me. Every evening I
come home, kick off my shoes and listen to the calming CD.
Everyone knows not to disturb me during this time and they don’t
mind at all because I have become almost a different person since
I started this little ritual. Afterwards I feel like I have
switched off to the pressures of work and can just enjoy being
with my kids and relaxing with my husband. I feel like this one CD
has saved my sanity!" - Joyce Durham
"I love your Calm
Within CD- when I am too busy to get to my yoga classes
(which is often), I listen to this at home and it really makes me
feel human again. After listening to this CD I feel relaxed and
ready to face the world with a clear head. I don’t know how I ever
lived without it!" - Carine V
"We all have the ability to
calm ourselves and to create a sense of stillness and peace within
us. However, many of us have lost touch with that quiet and
peaceful space deep inside us and instead have learned to react to
perceived stress with symptoms of panic and anxiety, feeling out
of control and afraid. 'The Calm Within' CD has
been created to provide immediate relief from the symptoms of
stress and anxiety, but also to teach you how to access your own
inner peace whenever you need it, putting you back in control
feeling less stressed and more confident. I have helped many many
clients using exactly the same techniques as you will find on the
CD. Experience for yourself what it feels like to get in touch
with your own inner calm." - Michele
Carelse, Clinical Psychologist.
How do I use this CD?
Although not essential, The Calm Within is best
listened to on headphones to reduce outside interferences and
promote deeper and undisturbed relaxation. The CD lasts
approximately one hour and should be listened to from start to
finish for maximum therapeutic effect.
Make sure that you are lying or sitting
comfortably in a quiet, peaceful place. Because body temperature
drops slightly during deep relaxation, wear loose-fitting clothes
which are warm and comfortable. Wearing of socks is recommended
too.
Caution:
Do not listen to this CD while driving or operating heavy
machinery.
What else can I do to
relieve stress?
The first step in dealing with chronic stress is
to recognize your symptoms and decide to make changes to combat
this negative force.
Address any factors in your lifestyle that cause
you unnecessary stress and make changes where possible. If sitting
in a traffic jam on your way to work is starting each day off in a
negative and stressful way, arrange ways to alleviate this stress.
One example could be to leave the house early, miss the traffic
and spend time listening to 'The Calm Within' once you arrive at
the office, before starting your working day.
Exercise and physical activity is one of the
best ways to beat stress and tension. Prioritize getting active in
your daily life and reap the numerous rewards exercise will bring
- for both your mental and physical well-being.
Manage your time effectively by prioritizing
essential tasks and planning your activities and time each day.
Watch your diet - alcohol, caffeine, convenience
foods high in sugar and fats and tobacco all put a strain on your
body's ability to cope with stress. Try to eat a balanced diet and
include plenty of fruit, vegetables, whole grains and lean protein
in order to gain optimum health for dealing with everyday
stressors.
AdrenoBoost is a herbal
remedy especially formulated to promote the health of your adrenal
glands - which are extremely important in regulating your body's
response to stress.
PureCalm Drops and
Mindsoothe natural remedies are effective, safe and healthy
alternatives to prescription antidepressants and anxiety
medication.
Get enough rest and try to go to sleep and wake
up at regular times everyday.
Realize that no human being is perfect-
including you! Allow yourself leisure time to relax on your own or
have fun with those you love.
