Post Date December, 03 2023
And when stress strikes, is deep breathing, practicing yoga, or talking to someone the most effective way? Not necessarily. Countering stress may sometimes require a psychological perspective, accepting new concepts, and finding ways that are suitable for you.
1. Shifting attention vs chattering
Chattering about grievances is not suitable for everyone, but can lead to other health problems. After pain, it is more effective to divert attention.
2. Eating Dark Chocolate VS Not Eating
Because of their fear of gaining weight, many people dare not eat snacks when they are in a bad mood. But eating a piece of dark chocolate can relieve nervous tension and reduce stress hormones.
3. Discretionary Versus Meditation
Feeling depressed, most people advise themselves to take deep breaths and meditate. However, research shows that this method is not suitable for everyone. Anything that helps you forget your worries can be tried. Meditation doesn't work, try running, etc.
4. Sleeping when you can vs not going to bed when you're not feeling down
In the past, when couples were having a heated argument, they both wanted to make it clear first, and then sleep after reconciliation. Forcing yourself to discuss issues can limit self-control and thinking abilities. It's better to suspend the war for a while, sleep first, and "negotiate" tomorrow.
5. Venting Your Temper VS Controlling Your Emotions
Parents have taught us to control our temper since childhood, but new research shows that speaking out about fear and anger can reduce the secretion of stress hormones. For example, when stuck in traffic or angry, scold a few words.
6. Playing with pets vs finding friends
In a bad mood, we first think of family and friends. However, research has found that teasing pets is more effective in reducing the increase in blood pressure caused by stress.
Men should not be bound by traditional concepts, but can make some new attempts and accept some new decompression methods that are suitable for them, which may allow them to better relax physically and mentally and calmly face various challenges in life.
