OUT OF MIND
Would you like to react to this message? Create an account in a few clicks or log in to continue.
Latest topics
» Is it possible to apply positive + in favor Newton III Motion Law as a dynamic system in a motor engine
10 Stress Management Techniques Backed by Science EmptySat Mar 23, 2024 11:33 pm by globalturbo

» Meta 1 Coin Scam Update - Robert Dunlop Arrested
10 Stress Management Techniques Backed by Science EmptySat Mar 23, 2024 12:14 am by RamblerNash

» As We Navigate Debs Passing
10 Stress Management Techniques Backed by Science EmptyMon Jan 08, 2024 6:18 pm by Ponee

» 10/7 — Much More Dangerous & Diabolical Than Anyone Knows
10 Stress Management Techniques Backed by Science EmptyThu Nov 02, 2023 8:30 pm by KennyL

» Sundays and Deb.....
10 Stress Management Techniques Backed by Science EmptySun Oct 01, 2023 9:11 pm by NanneeRose

» African Official Exposes Bill Gates’ Depopulation Agenda: ‘My Country Is Not Your Laboratory’
10 Stress Management Techniques Backed by Science EmptyThu Sep 21, 2023 4:39 am by NanneeRose

» DEBS HEALTH
10 Stress Management Techniques Backed by Science EmptySun Sep 03, 2023 10:23 am by ANENRO

» Attorney Reveals the “Exculpatory” Evidence Jack Smith Possesses that Exonerates President Trump
10 Stress Management Techniques Backed by Science EmptyTue Aug 29, 2023 10:48 am by ANENRO

» Update From Site Owner to Members & Guests
10 Stress Management Techniques Backed by Science EmptyTue Aug 29, 2023 10:47 am by ANENRO

» New global internet censorship began today
10 Stress Management Techniques Backed by Science EmptyMon Aug 21, 2023 9:25 am by NanneeRose

» Alienated from reality
10 Stress Management Techniques Backed by Science EmptyMon Aug 07, 2023 4:29 pm by PurpleSkyz

» Why does Russia now believe that Covid-19 was a US-created bioweapon?
10 Stress Management Techniques Backed by Science EmptyMon Aug 07, 2023 4:27 pm by PurpleSkyz

»  Man reports history of interaction with seemingly intelligent orbs
10 Stress Management Techniques Backed by Science EmptyMon Aug 07, 2023 3:34 pm by PurpleSkyz

» Western reactions to the controversial Benin Bronzes
10 Stress Management Techniques Backed by Science EmptyMon Aug 07, 2023 3:29 pm by PurpleSkyz

» India unveils first images from Moon mission
10 Stress Management Techniques Backed by Science EmptyMon Aug 07, 2023 3:27 pm by PurpleSkyz

» Scientists achieve nuclear fusion net energy gain for second time
10 Stress Management Techniques Backed by Science EmptyMon Aug 07, 2023 3:25 pm by PurpleSkyz

» Putin Signals 5G Ban
10 Stress Management Techniques Backed by Science EmptyMon Aug 07, 2023 3:07 pm by PurpleSkyz

» “Texas Student Dies in Car Accident — Discovers Life after Death”
10 Stress Management Techniques Backed by Science EmptyMon Aug 07, 2023 3:05 pm by PurpleSkyz

» The hidden history taught by secret societies
10 Stress Management Techniques Backed by Science EmptyMon Aug 07, 2023 3:03 pm by PurpleSkyz

» Vaccines and SIDS (Crib Death)
10 Stress Management Techniques Backed by Science EmptyMon Aug 07, 2023 3:00 pm by PurpleSkyz

» Sun blasts out highest-energy radiation ever recorded, raising questions for solar physics
10 Stress Management Techniques Backed by Science EmptyMon Aug 07, 2023 2:29 pm by PurpleSkyz

» Why you should be eating more porcini mushrooms
10 Stress Management Techniques Backed by Science EmptySun Aug 06, 2023 10:38 am by PurpleSkyz


You are not connected. Please login or register

10 Stress Management Techniques Backed by Science

Go down  Message [Page 1 of 1]

PurpleSkyz

PurpleSkyz
Admin

10 Stress Management Techniques Backed by Science Stress-management-techniques

Stress can affect anyone at any time in their life, but knowing and using clever stress management techniques is a sure-fire way of relieving it.

Too much stress can have dire consequences in both our professional and private lives, and whereas medication can be a short-term solution, there are many other stress management techniques, backed by science, that are much more effective in the long-term.

Here are ten stress management techniques backed by science:

1. Exercise

Exercise is essential to good physical and mental health. There are countless studies that show even a moderate amount of exercise, such as walking for 20 minutes a day, can help to boost your overall mood, improve sleep and combat stress and depression. Recent scientific studies have even found that when you exercise and strengthen your muscles, an enzyme is released helps to combat a substance called kynurenine, which is produced by stress.

2. Get more sleep

Are you one of those people that work on a PC or laptop before you try and go to sleep? Research has shown that the blue light emitted from such devices is particularly bad for the body’s internal clock and can actually slow down the production of the sleep hormone melatonin. This is because the light is shining directly into the eyes of the reader, whereas if you are reading from a printed book you only see reflected light.

3. Meditate more

You probably already know that meditation is one of the most effective stress management techniques and research constantly confirms it. A study conducted at the University of California, San Francisco, found that people who meditate frequently produce chemicals that help to combat the production of stress hormones.
It also increases the happy hormones such as dopamine that elevate our moods and help us react in a calmer manner. Meditation also lowers blood pressure which is key in stressful situations.

4. Stop looking at your smartphones

Researchers in the UK have discovered a connection between those who constantly check their smartphones and rising levels of stress. The stress levels rose not in a work context, but rather in participant’s personal lives. The study showed that the more a person checked their smartphones, the more stressful they were likely to feel. Researchers stated that whilst it is good to stay connected, we all need a break at some point.

5. Try mindfulness

Mindfulness is a recent buzzword that we have all heard of, but research has shown that focussing on the present prevents us from worrying and feeling stressed. It has been proven to be one of the most successful stress management techniques and even top tech companies such as Google and Target practise the art of mindfulness. It has a proven track record of reducing anxiety and stress and studies have shown that it actually changes the way your brain is wired.

6. Check your emails less frequently

A study conducted at the University of British Columbia found that people who were asked to limit the amount of time they checked their emails were less stressed than those who were told they had unlimited access. Those who managed to resist the temptation said they were much less stressed than those who kept checking.

7. Get out into nature

There are hundreds of studies that prove getting outside into nature is beneficial to our mental health. In fact, nature is such a powerful stress-buster that researchers at Stanford University found that even just looking at nature pictures is enough to relieve stress.
The colour green is also a very relaxing colour and does not strain out the eyes, which is why surgeons wear green scrubs so that they do not get tired during surgery.

8. Get up earlier than everyone else.

Studies have shown that people who are early birds tend not to suffer from stress as much as night owls. Those who get up earlier also generally tend to perform better at work, have more career opportunities and are typically more proactive. All these traits are great stress-busters in their own right.

9. Carry out repetitive chores

Research from Florida State University found that doing repetitive chores such as washing up or vacuuming the house actually reduced stress levels.
It is thought that this is because performing repetitive chores brings on a state that is similar to mindfulness and therefore calms down the mind and body. In fact, anything that is repetitive, like knitting or cooking a familiar dish can be relaxing.

10. Helping others

Studies from the Association for Psychological Science have found that the simple act of helping someone can have great benefits to your own mental health.
Study author Emily Ansell of the Yale University School of Medicine explained: “Our research shows that when we help others we can also help ourselves. Stressful days usually lead us to have a worse mood and poorer mental health, but our findings suggest that if we do small things for others, such as holding a door open for someone, we won’t feel as poorly on stressful days.”
Dealing with stress has become one of the 21st century’s most talked about subjects. It is important for your mental and physical health so using one or two of these stress management techniques can certainly help you to lead a less stressful life.
References:

  1. http://www.cell.com/cell/abstract/S0092-8674(14)01049-6
  2. http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-30574260
  3. http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/j.1559-1816.2009.00549.x/abstract
  4. http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0747563214005810
  5. https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007%2Fs12671-014-0360-9
  6. http://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/2167702615611073

Thanks to: https://www.learning-mind.com



  

Back to top  Message [Page 1 of 1]

Permissions in this forum:
You cannot reply to topics in this forum