When life has you feeling like Whac-A-Moleš
- Mo Shimer
- Aug 15, 2022
- 2 min read
Do you remember Whac-A-Mole? You know, the arcade game where a mole keeps popping up in unpredictable spots and itās your job to smack it on the head? Well, thatās kind of like how stress works. Except you are the mole ā¦ and when stress gets out of control, every time you make a move, it keeps bopping YOU on the head. This is why itās SO IMPORTANT to have a plan to manage stress before it manages you. Because when stress is in control, not only do YOU feel out of control, but itās tough to reach your goals. It can affect your sleep, your eating habits, your relationships, and so much more! I came across this list of 6 different kinds of stress a while ago and thought it was eye-opening. Since most of us deal with more than one kind of stress at a time, you can see how it really adds up to take a toll on your health:
Physical stress: bad night of sleep, being sick, or hungry
Mental stress: rough day at work, too many decisions to make, overwhelmed
Emotional stress: feeling guilty, grief, anger, hate, frustration
Social stress: disagreements with others, feeling lonely, etc.
Existential stress: feeling hopeless, wondering what it all means, etc.
Environmental stress: loud noises, unsafe surroundings, hot or cold temperatures, stuck in traffic, etc.
Creating a lifestyle that helps you prevent and manage those stresses will help you become more resilient ā and can stop stress from getting in the way of your health.
PLUS: the same steps that help you manage stress will also move you CLOSER to your goals.
That means finding ways to:
Get enough sleep
Move your body during the day
Eat more nutritious foods
Practice stress management techniques that work with you (meditation, journaling, yoga, breathing exercises, etc.)
Make time for YOU today! You deserve it.
PS: If youāre ready to take back control, my Feel Younger. Live Longer. Don't Diet. Program can help you create a lifestyle that will help you conquer everyday stress AND reach your goals ā¦ while feeling great along the way without dieting.
Want to know more?
Take a picture of the QR code to set up a quick meeting to learn more.
or text me for more info at 978-877-0445.
Let's have some fun!
Mo Shimer, CHC
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