Do You Wear the Wellness Label?

Published on March 17th, 2010 by Administrator

What's on your label?

Have you given much thought to the quality of your life? Are you coasting through life without regard for your own well-being? Have you considered the labels you unconsciously apply to yourself? I believe that in order to wear the “wellness” label we have to make a conscious decision to adopt a mindset and set of core activities that are consistent with a healthier lifestyle. We don’t have to wear labels that say “stressed”, “hypertensive”, or “diabetic.” I also used to wear unhealthy labels. In order to remove these labels, I had to learn to value myself and refocus my priorities.

You also can wear the “wellness” label. When you decide to renew your mind and embrace a wellness lifestyle, others will notice something in you that they want for themselves. Begin the process of renewal by changing your perception of your value and realize that you are a gift to the world. This self-recognition will propel you toward activities that will support your desire to live well.

So the next time someone politely asks how you are doing, you can say, “I’m doing well” and mean it!

Be Well. Live Well.

Coach Delayna

in Wellness

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Keeping Stress Under Control

Published on March 5th, 2010 by Administrator

Relaxation Techniques for Stress Management

Relaxing in the Midst of Stress

Stress management is an important practice that most people nowadays need to learn. With a fast paced working environment, people are constantly subjected to tremendous pressure which results in unpleasant levels of stress in their lives. You need to be able to cope quickly with the amount of stress that you have to deal with since it produces several negative effects on your body and mind.

First off, stress can cause your performance to drop because of your inability to focus on the tasks at hand. Oftentimes, stress can escalate into depression or anxiety. Relaxation is one of the best techniques used to cope with and reduce the symptoms of stress. Relaxation methods have been utilized for stress management during ancient times and they prove to be as effective today. Therefore, learning how to relax in the midst of too much stress in your everyday life will mean a world of difference.

Starting a Relaxation Practice

As with anything, starting a relaxation practice is often the biggest hurdle that people are faced with. Once you begin to notice that you seem to quickly lose energy and constantly change your mood, then maybe it’s time to re-evaluate yourself because this can be caused by stress. There are several relaxation activities that help combat stress in your life whether it’s as simple as deep breathing, stretching or meditation, to more advanced relaxation methods such as yoga or tai chi.

To experience the full benefits of such relaxation methods, you need to take time each day to perform them. Only then would you be able to harness its relieving power so you can benefit from stress relief. It does not have to take so much of your time each day, maybe at least 10 minutes to as much as 20 minutes is enough for stress management.

For better success at developing this practice, take note of the following tips:

• Determine a given schedule for each day when you can perform these relaxation exercises. If possible, schedule once or twice a day, whichever is most convenient for you. Then, make sure you follow your schedule strictly.

• Refrain from scheduling your relaxation practices near bedtime since you’re sleepiness could get in the way.

• Never opt for an exercise method that could stress you out all the more. Find a level of practice that you are most comfortable and feel relaxed with.

Stress Relief Through Deep Breathing

This is one of the easiest and simplest exercise you can perform to achieve stress relief. This would allow fresh air to get into your lungs. To perform effective deep breathing, follow these methods:

• Sit straight with one hand on your chest and the other on your stomach.

• Breathe through your nose, enough to make your stomach rise. Make sure that your chest produces little movement

• Use your mouth to exhale and push the air out with as much force as possible.

• Repeat the same process. Take note of the rise and fall of your lower abdomen.

Understanding your sources of stress and learning to respond to them appropriately will lead to a healthier lifestyle. Adopt these techniques and take stress under control!

Live Well. Be Well!

Coach Delayna

in Wellness