Have you ever seen a person break down in depression, or become incapable of thinking clearly during times of great need or experiencing problems in their life? These people let stress run their lives and it's not a pretty sight. The only way to free yourself from stress is making sure you don't let it rule you.
The Mind
Our mind is the first to be affected by stress. The harmony of our thoughts can be disrupted if worries and problems take over our consciousness and control our thinking. Quarrels and fights and financial worries can have devastating affects on our mind. The first thing that should be done when that happens is relax.
Easing your mind is a good way to control stress but it's not an easy thing to do. It takes concentration and willpower. There are ways to help your mind to relax. Aromatherapy is one such tool you can use. Having the scent of lavender or jasmine drifting through the air can put you in a meditative state as long as you concentrate, and help you relax almost immediately. Scented candles are excellent for this as are incense or oils.
Meditation
If you're under stress, it's almost impossible to find a solution to the problem at hand. Learn to focus your energy to let your mind relax. You can DO this through meditation.
Meditation allows you to focus your mind on one thing while the other things drift away. There are meditation classes that will guide you through steps on how to make your mind relax and meditate and stay there during stressful times. This allows you to focus on a single thought, like finding a solution to your problem without the worries and anxiety getting in the way.
The Steps
Step one is to look for a peaceful setting. Stress management starts with serenity and solitude, so pick a location that is quiet and peaceful so you can start meditating. Pick a room in your house that is conducive to meditating, or if there is too much activity in the home, find a quiet outdoor location.
Once there, focus your mind on specific parts of your body. Begin with your toes and work your way up and throughout the rest of your body. Close your eyes to keep visual distractions out of your mind and concentrate on each area, telling it to relax. Once you're completely relaxed, focus on a solution to whatever problem you have. You may experience a slight heaviness when you've relaxed. This is normal for beginners, but you'll soon get over this.
Focus on a question, such as a solution, with your mind. You may find that thoughts appear and disappear. Make a note of these and try not to focus on them too much, or the purpose will be defeated. It's like watching a movie, let the scene pass.
The next time you have a problem that stresses you out, meditate, ease your mind, and come up with a logical solution.
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