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Why the stress?
Stress is essential for your survival as it helps you in reacting to potential dangers in the world, however, too much of it is not healthy and can leave you burnt out. It is essential to balance the amount of stress in your body to ensure you can be productive. When we feel pressured or threatened, we respond by becoming stressed.
It typically occurs when we are in a precarious position that we don't feel we have any control over
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The Brain
The brain operates on five different frequencies:
• Delta
• Theta
• Alpha
• Beta
• Gamma
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The 5 Frequencies
Delta (0-4Hz)
Essential for your growth and the healing of your cells (regeneration). This is a state that takes place during sleep
Theta(4-7Hz)
Frequency of deep rest that you experience when you wake up.A meditative and creative state
Alpha( 7- 12 Hz)
A conscious calm state of mind where you can reflect.
Beta (12-35Hz)
A state of focus where you can concentrate on completing tasks. In this state, you are alert and can problem solve.
Gamma(35-70Hz)
A state of heightened awareness is also referred to as the "state of flow ".
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Redirect Your Focus
The key to calming your mind is removing yourself from the situation that causes you stress.
One way to do this is by taking a walk.
Look towards a brighter future and envision yourself in a better place in the future.
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Feelings that help you refocus
1. Curiosity: learn a new skill, read a book on a new topic, etc.
2. Lust: Sexual energy is a powerful resource to tap into transmuting this energy to engage in creative or vigorous activities.
3. Care: Lend a helping hand once in a while as this boosts your esteem, as well as that of others. Remove the attention from yourself and make someone else happy.
4. Play: Go outside and have some fun in the sun. Engage in an activity of your liking whether it's physical or just playing a game of cards.
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Why worry and what to do about it.
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