Managing stress is an ongoing process while living in tune with the laws of nature. Life continuously changes around us and our resiliency with life's ups and downs determines our ability to cope and adapt to stress that can arise in many ways.
Life changing events can happen at any time, altering the course we often set for ourselves with a level of uncertainty. Trying to "do it all" and manage all the facets and responsibilities of our lives can sometimes feel overwhelming or challenging at times.
Chronic stress can be caused by long hours commuting, sleep disturbances, poor diet, finances, relationships, physical health, emotional stress, caregiving, pressures at work, school or home to name just a few. Everyone's definition of stress may vary - but no matter how big or small, your body feels and reacts to them all!
So how do you regain balance? It's all accumulative - Just as the effects of stress causes distress over time to the nervous system, so can the benefits of mindfulness and body awareness techniques over time help calm and balance the nervous system. Learning how to manage stress is the key component towards achieving a feeling of wellbeing.
Just as a captain can steer his ship through turbulent waters with guidance from his compass - It is with his skills and experience over time that assist his navigation. Taking action and creating a Management Program for the goals and outcomes you desire becomes your personal compass - Charting a new course with resiliency to navigate to more calming waters ahead.