Under pressure? Take time out
The current economic climate is enough to make anyone stressed. Here’s how to work through it. Work it out. Exercise isn’t called meditation in movement for nothing.
Physical activity ups the level of endorphins, the brain’s happy hormones.
Not just the remit of marathon junkies, the runner’s high can also be achieved after a Sunday afternoon hike.
‘C’ it through. Stress causes you to lose Vitamin C at a faster rate than normal.
This is bad news as Vitamin C is vital for keeping your immune system in check. Instead of taking supplements think about eating Vitamin C-enriched citrus fruits and veg.
Keep it simple. If the thought of changing into your workout gear feels like climbing a mountain, think about choosing activities that require little preparation.
Walking, gardening, cleaning or trying out a yoga DVD in your living room are all low maintenance.
Relax. Multi-tasking isn’t all it’s cracked up to be. Make sure your working day has a clear beginning and an end. Take time out each day to read a novel, soak in the bath or enjoy some you time.
Lay off the stimulants. Great for keeping you alert but not so great for a jangling nervous system, caffeine, nicotine and alcohol should all be used with caution in times of stress.
They’ll bring you up but due to the laws of gravity, they’ll also bring you plummeting back down.
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