Stress Management
Stress is a natural response that we experience when we face pressure or perceive a threat. It typically arises in situations that we don’t feel we can manage or control.
Not all stress is bad, a small amount can be beneficial and serve as a motivating force to enhance our focus and productivity. But, stress can be a problem when it is prolonged and excessive which can impact on our physical and mental health. Common sources of such stress include bereavement, relationship issues, overwhelming workloads, financial difficulties, and health concerns. The manner in which we perceive and respond to stress significantly influences its impact on our overall mental health and well-being.
The stress response, often referred to as ‘the flight, flight of freeze response’, is an innate instinct that has evolved from our ancestors’ survival needs.
This response triggers the release of stress hormones, such as adrenaline and cortisol, which prepare our bodies to confront perceived dangers—whether that entails defending oneself, fleeing, or remaining motionless. Although this response was crucial for survival in ancient environments characterized by tangible threats from wildlife or rival tribes, in modern life we rarely encounter the same threats that our ancestors did.
The brain, having evolved to respond to perceived threats, does not distinguish between real and imagined dangers.
Consequently, everyday stressors—such as an unexpected bill or an upcoming meeting—can activate the same primal response. When the primitive brain perceives danger, it has three opt out clauses; anxiety, anger and depression, which can contribute to a metaphorical ‘stress bucket.’ That fills over time.
But here’s the good news; you don’t have to let stress control your life. Solution-focused hypnotherapy offers a powerful approach for proactively addressing and managing stress. This therapeutic method provides you with essential tools promote relaxation, empty that stress bucket, and rewire your brain, enabling a more rational evaluation of perceived threats and foster healthier responses.
If you find yourself overwhelmed by stress and struggling to navigate the demands of daily life, it’s time to take action.
Reach out to us today and take that vital first step toward building your resilience. You have the power to reclaim your peace of mind and transform your life—let us help you on that journey.
Cherry On Top Hypnotherapy Services
Gestingthorpe
Halstead
Essex, CO9
+44 (0) 7703 162 935
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