All of us are familiar with stress. The experience can be advantageous from time to time as it triggers our fight-or-flight response, giving us more in terms of energy and stamina allowing us to work faster, longer and harder. When left aside stress can simmer and build up over time, affecting us physically and mentally. That is why it is very important for us to handle and minimize the stresses that we feel. Each of us has different coping mechanisms when it comes to stress since we all have unique and individual experiences.
Whichever technique or approach we utilize, stress management is never meant to be complicated. The basic and one of the most effective methods known to handle stress is something that we automatically do but fail to do properly: breathing. We take breathing for granted but if it is done correctly, it is a powerful weapon against stress. For those who aren't in the know, the average person used just about 20% of his or her total lung capacity. Through practice, one can learn to maximize his or her breathing potential. Oxygenating the whole body gives dramatic changes to our health and mood.
Correct breathing is critical in maintaining the body's oxygen level. In the process, the ideal pH levels, or acidity, and enough carbon dioxide to optimize bodily function are kept. Healthy people make 93% of energy aerobically. This means that the energy comes from oxygen alone. Poor breathing habits can reduce the amount of energy; taking the 93% down to 70%. It is easy to develop good breathing habits, but it requires a little time and some practice.
Being aware of your breathing is the first essential step that you need to take in order to reverse your bad breathing habits. To achieve normal levels and maintain balance of oxygen and carbon dioxide in your system, start by focusing attention in the way that you breathe the goal is to reduce the number of respirations from a standard of 12 per minute to as few as 4 per minute. Don't worry if you find it difficult the first time around, just keep practicing and in time you will be able to do it. Deep, slow breathing will somewhat feels unnatural to many who first try it and others will find the practice uncomfortable. A slow inhale, followed by holding the breath, and exhaling twice as long as the inhale will help balance the CO2 levels in the body.
The best part about deep breathing is that it involved no money at all. You do not need anything except your lungs. You can also practice anytime and anywhere. Evaluate your normal breathing patter, learn the diaphragmatic breathing skills, and start pacing your breathing. When you're used to it, you might be surprised of its stress relieving effects.
Whichever technique or approach we utilize, stress management is never meant to be complicated. The basic and one of the most effective methods known to handle stress is something that we automatically do but fail to do properly: breathing. We take breathing for granted but if it is done correctly, it is a powerful weapon against stress. For those who aren't in the know, the average person used just about 20% of his or her total lung capacity. Through practice, one can learn to maximize his or her breathing potential. Oxygenating the whole body gives dramatic changes to our health and mood.
Correct breathing is critical in maintaining the body's oxygen level. In the process, the ideal pH levels, or acidity, and enough carbon dioxide to optimize bodily function are kept. Healthy people make 93% of energy aerobically. This means that the energy comes from oxygen alone. Poor breathing habits can reduce the amount of energy; taking the 93% down to 70%. It is easy to develop good breathing habits, but it requires a little time and some practice.
Being aware of your breathing is the first essential step that you need to take in order to reverse your bad breathing habits. To achieve normal levels and maintain balance of oxygen and carbon dioxide in your system, start by focusing attention in the way that you breathe the goal is to reduce the number of respirations from a standard of 12 per minute to as few as 4 per minute. Don't worry if you find it difficult the first time around, just keep practicing and in time you will be able to do it. Deep, slow breathing will somewhat feels unnatural to many who first try it and others will find the practice uncomfortable. A slow inhale, followed by holding the breath, and exhaling twice as long as the inhale will help balance the CO2 levels in the body.
The best part about deep breathing is that it involved no money at all. You do not need anything except your lungs. You can also practice anytime and anywhere. Evaluate your normal breathing patter, learn the diaphragmatic breathing skills, and start pacing your breathing. When you're used to it, you might be surprised of its stress relieving effects.
About the Author:
Johnson Star, certified behavioral consultant (USA) used to be always under stress. Just 5 years ago, he was exposed to behavioral management and has discovered many techniques to manage stress effectively. Now he was free from this mental torment. For more detailed information, tips and advice on stress management methods, be sure to visit http://www.managingstresssecrets.com, and get your FREE 10-day mini-ecourse right now.
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