Sounds very familiar! It seems for the last 10-15 years I have functionned on high stress levels, never resting when I needed it. Maybe the stress has finally come back to bite me in the behind...and you know it's a darn hard habit to break ( I mean always working that way). The relaxation techniques should help in that area.
Topic: Consequences of Stress
Members,
We’ve talked about anger, stress and disputes. We will now be discussing specific stress management strategies in a variety of settings & contexts.
Learning stress management skills is part of having a healthy lifestyle. Exposure to stress over long periods of time has been linked to the development of:
· Frequent headaches
· Upset stomach
· Diarrhea or constipation
· Lowered immune system
· Disturbed sleeping patterns
· High blood sugar
· High blood pressure
· Increased cholesterol