Read this article today at REALAGE.COM:
Don't let other people stress you out.
Observing the body language of nervous, fearful people may set off your own stress alarms. Recent research reveals that when people observe someone else's fearful body postures, their brain regions involved in emotion and movement become more active. Breathe deeply and keep your cool when dealing with overwrought people.
RealAge Benefit: Taking care of your emotional health and well-being can make your RealAge up to 16 years younger.
Stress contributes to many unhealthy conditions, including anxiety, depression, heart disease, high blood pressure, and headaches. Stress can be beneficial in certain circumstances, such as short-term stress that motivates you to accomplish a goal. However, long-term or chronic stress ages the body prematurely. Combat stress by working out regularly, getting 6 to 8 hours of sleep per night, regularly engaging in relaxing activities, and appropriately limiting the time you are exposed to stressful people or situations.
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Easier said than done. But there isn't any harm in trying.
Rambling Gypsy