Is Stress Hurting You?

Stress might be an everyday event but, that doesn’t mean you have to let it hurt you everyday. Did you know that stress activates a physiological response in your body? Did you realize that response could be increasing your blood pressure, lowering your immune defense and creating digestive issues?

How can stress do all that? When your body feels stressed it triggers an ancient human response called “fight-or-flight.” This response increases your heart rate and breathing, as well as decreasing your digestion and immunity. This response was not created to deal with the long-term troubles of this century. This physiological response was made to help ancient humans run from beasts that would eat them. Stress over an extended period of time could result in exhaustion, physical pain, headaches or digestion issues, just to name a few.

Would your life be happier without some of these stress related issues? If you said yes, there could be a simple solution. Learn some stress relief techniques after work one night.

There is a de-stress for less workshop happening on Thursday, April 30th at 5:30pm. There is a $5 donation for the event, 100% of the proceeds go to the Seeds of Peace Organization and you can bring up to 3 people with you to the event (included in $5.) This workshop is located at 35 E. 35th St., Suite 206. Call early to reserve your spot, 646-584-1626, seating is limited.