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Symptoms of Stress

The symptoms of stress we experience each day are a normal part of life. Stress is the body's way of preparing to handle demanding situations. It is the stress we encounter that pushes us to achieve those deadlines.

The symptoms of stress come in two forms, physical and psychological.

Physical stressors include:

extreme heat or cold

infections

injuries

Work overload

Mental fatigue

Psychological stressors include:

thoughts of real or imagined dangers

personal losses

unpleasant social interactions (or lack of)

anger/outbursts

fear

grief

anxiety

depression

guilt

Regardless of the cause of the stress our body fights to maintain the status quo (homeostasis). The symptoms of stress and its intensity can be observed by a person’s heart rate, respiration rate, blood pressure, perspiration of the hands, or irritability. This is called the stress response or the fight or flight response. The stress response is a normal bodily function but the problem arises when these symptoms remain turned on. The body reacts to the stress by releasing stress hormones. As long as the stressors remain, the stress hormones remain and this prolongs the symptoms you experience. When you have difficulty letting go of the stress, you can develop many serious health conditions.

Symptoms of Stress are:

High blood pressure

Atherosclerosis (hardening and narrowing of the arteries). Atherosclerosis can lead to heart attacks or even strokes. My brother, the surgeon, 48 years old, died of a heart attack due to stress.

Autoimmune diseases

Cancer

Gastrointestinal ulcers

Headaches

Muscle tension and chronic pain

Sleep related disorders and insomnia

Shortness of breath and chest pains

Decreased sex drive, decreased libido

Memory problems

Inability to Focus

Confusion

Feeling overwhelmed, tense, on edge.

Impatient, agitated, angry, intolerant of others

Skin sensitivity

Excessive drinking

Smoking

Substance abuse, drugs

Overeating or lack of appetite

Feeling sad

Infertility Life is good when you can alleviate the effects of stress from it. First you must identify the causes and work to eliminate them from your life. Start by making a list to become aware of the specific stressors in your life. Maybe much of the stress you carry can be removed if your were more aware of what they are. If you need help with identifying and eliminating the unnecessary stress from your life, seek the help of that can help or feel free to contact me. It's impossible to get rid of all the stressors in your life all at once. The best way to approach it is by finding ways to offset the stress and bring more balance in your life.

The following are some life coaching tips that can help to offset and reduce the effects of stress in your life.
Regular cardiovascular activity (at least three times per week)
Avoid stimulants such as caffeine, nicotine
Get enough sleep
Consume well-balanced meals
Some good old-fashioned fun and laughter with friends can go a long way in relieving stress.
Learn to say no to other people's requests. Be more selective in your tasks
Find fulfillment in your work/career
Clean up your environment. Make it more organized. Add some natural plants and fresh flowers.
Associate with health conscious, well-balanced people.
Mend broken relationships with loved ones and friends.
Learn how to forgive.
Feed your spiritual need.
Reach out to those less fortunate. Do something nice for someone.
Learn some powerful relaxation techniques.

Work to alleviate or offset your symptoms of stress. Don't allow it to hold you back from attaining your goals.

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