STRESS Stress is a feeling of...

STRESS Stress is a feeling of emotional or physical tension. It can come from any event or thought that makes you feel frustrated, angry, or nervous. CAUSES: • Unfilled demand over a long period of time • Conflict with loved ones • Monetary problems • Stress related to raising a family • Excessive noise • Crime in the community • Health problems SYMPTOMS: Physical Symptoms: • Loss of sleep • Loss of weight • Low energy, fatigue, weakness, tiredness • Loss of appetite or excessive appetite • Constipation • Headache • Pain syndrome • Increased sweating • Nausea Psychological symptoms: • Low mood and suicidal thoughts • Diminished interest • Loss of self confidence • Feeling of worthlessness • Inability to concentrate • Increased irritability • Frequent crying • Guilt feeling MANAGEMENT: MEDITATION: There are different types of meditations. Omkara chants and dhyana work at subtle level. Yoganidra has a beneficial effect over stress related disorders. RELAXATION TECHNIQUES: Correct thoughts play an important role. Breathing plays an important role in relaxation for release of stress. PRANAYAM: Pranayam controls the mind and clears the stress by balancing the Ida and Pingla nadi. • Nadi shuddhi • Chandrabhedana • Sheetali • Sitkari • Bhramari MASSAGE: • General massage helps to remove stress receptor • Nerve compression for soothen the nerves DIET: • Vitamin B rich food such as fresh fruits and vegetables which are alkaline • Green vegetables and salads • Sprouts • Cabbage, carrot, apple, grape, lemon, pineapple, orange, melon. ACUPUNCTURE: Stimulating acupuncture points with the help of needles relieves stress. PREVENTION OF STRESS: • Develop a positive attitude • Maintain a cordial relationship • Practice mental relaxation • Accept and fulfill responsibility with enjoyment • Ventilate negative feelings in a proper way and time • Reality based expectations reduce the gap between expectations and reality