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Stress Isn’t Just Annoying, It’s Actually Dangerous!

Stress Isn’t Just Annoying, It’s Actually Dangerous!

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We all get stressed from time to time, that’s just a natural part of life. Between work, family life and trying to maintain a healthy social life, there are plenty of occasions when things start to pile on, and you need to take a break from it all. For the most part, the best thing to do is just step back and relax for a little bit. Try to forget the things that are causing you stress, rest, and recharge. But what happens when you’re not able to do that? What happens when stress goes from being a minor and occasional inconvenience to being a constant and persistent part of your life? Well, it turns out that too much stress isn’t just annoying or inconvenient, it can actually be downright dangerous! Here are a few ways that too much stress can actually cause problems for you, your life, and your body.

Adrenal fatigue

Your adrenal glands are the primary stress control center in your body. They are incredibly important for maintaining correct stress levels throughout your system. When put under too much strain through external stress such as depression, anger, sleep deprivation or infection, then your adrenal glands can actually stop functioning properly. This can lead to adrenal exhaustion. There are a lot of different symptoms of adrenal exhaustion but some of them include weight gain and respiratory problems.

Weakened immune system

There is a lot less attention paid to the relationship between the mind and the body than there should be. However there have been links found between stress levels and a weakened immune system. How many us have been in the position where we get sick right at the moment where we really needed not to. Perhaps there was a big presentation coming up at work, or you were getting ready to move house. These kinds of situations can be incredibly stressful and those stress levels in your system can often leave your body vulnerable.

Heart problems

Too much stress hormone in your system increases your heart rate and constricts your blood vessels. This means that your heart is under much more pressure and is forced to work a lot harder, leading increase blood pressure levels. Studies have also shown a clear link between stress levels and a person’s risk of suffering a heart attack.

Relationship difficulties

This might not relate to your body, but it is still a risk factor when it comes to the stress levels in your life. If you’re feeling very stressed and under a lot of pressure, that can very often lead to difficulty communicating in your relationship, as well as sometimes taking that stress out on the people closest to you. Large amounts of stress also make you more likely to overreact to minor inconveniences. This is what often leads to minor disagreements turn into heated screaming matches for seemingly no reason. People with increased levels of stress often find it much harder to come back down from that place and calm down as well. It’s important not to let the stress of life get in the way of a happy, healthy relationship.

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6 Tips Getting Over Past Hurts in a Relationship and Move On

By Guest Blogger Mason B.

6 Tips Getting Over Past Hurts in a Relationship and Move On

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Being in a relationship gives one a happy and exciting feeling. It allows one to feel so blessed, special, and extraordinary with the care and treatments were given to the person. Everyone hopes to find the right person who will treat them exceptionally, who will support them all the way, and who will bring out the best in them.

 

Some people are lucky enough to find this special person in an early stage of their life. While some are still struggling so hard waiting and finding for this special someone to be in a relationship. Others are blinded and unaware that the previously happy relationships are starting to fall apart. This part of life can cause major sadness and depression due to the hurts and pain.

 

It is also at this point of life that one should learn to accept the things that happened to be able to let go of the past and move on. A lot of ways can be done to ensure new joy and happiness in life. This can be easily achieved by following simple steps or tips on how to get over the past and become a renewed person.

 

Practice releasing regrets

People tend to dwell on the wrong things done which allow the end and the changes in the relationship. This may seem productive for some time. However, it should come to an end. One should instead focus on the good side and things that happened in life. Remember that a lot of people are there to support and to help.  These people will help to let go of the feelings by short conversations. But remember not to be so hard and drown the entire feelings to them. Always focus on the positive side of life and always pull one to be the best.

 

Express your pain – and your responsibility

One should know to express the pain that made you feel hurt. It is important to get all the pain out of your system. Doing this will enable one to fully understand the reason behind the sufferings and pain. One of the most common ways that can be used to express oneself is through writing. This can include writing in a journal or in the form of a letter. Write anything and everything to make one feel better. Remember that the pain being felt is normal and will go away in time. Learn from the mistakes and use this to move on with the next phases of life.

 

Stop being the victim and blaming others

When pain arises, it is always good to feel like a victim or being on the winning side of the team. However, keep in mind that the world doesn’t care about it. The pain that one is feeling is only a part of the big scenario in life. Refrain from focusing on one aspect only, instead focus on the complex picture of life. The choice of living peacefully and meaningfully simply relies on the choice of the person. A person should always choose the bright side of life. It is their responsibility to start feeling good again, pursues happiness, and enjoys life to the fullest.

 

Recognize and replace fearful thoughts

Always learn to recognize mistakes and the possible consequences of every action. Once fear is felt, pray and know how to replace the sad thoughts in one’s mind. Never be afraid to face the new challenges that the changes have to offer. Some opt to choose the hard way. This includes legal actions such as services from the DeRoberts Law Firm. It may be fearful at times but may be rewarding as well. Always embrace changes and recognize several thoughts. If positive thoughts are present, continue thinking and inspiring. But f negative thoughts arise; replace the thoughts with a positive outlook on life.

Focus on the present

Always focus on the present happenings. Stop thinking of the past things that occurred and stop reliving the memories that it gives. Remember that the past situations can no longer be undone. Consider today o the present day as the best phase of life and enjoy every single detail of it. Give time for healing and using the past experiences as helps motivate to become a better person in the present. One should give a big room for anything positive in the present rather than stay in the shadows of the past.

 

Forgive yourself and others

The first step in achieving the goal of forgetting the past and moving on is to forgive oneself. The change should always start in oneself. Accept the fact that something wrong was done. It is also necessary that one forgive others who have hurt them. Without forgiveness, one will be stuck in pain and agony. Do not be afraid to forgive one and others since it is not a sign of weakness. Forgiveness is also a way of seeing things from another point of view. The step of forgiveness is a way to live in the future with all the peace, joys, and happiness in life.

 

Life is full of surprises. Always remember that there are ups and downs. Learn to enjoy life to the fullest. Enjoy every single detail that it has to offer. If pains and hurts arise, never ever give up, it is just temporary. Instead, learn to accept defeat and pain, stand up, and face life again. Keep in mind; you only live once (YOLO).

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Author Bio –

Mason Brown works at Divorce Lawyer in Syracuse. He loves to write well researched and high quality content on different topics related to marriage, family, financial issues and business opportunities. He also devotes himself to coaching and counseling clients.

 

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Four Things You Must Fix In Your Home

Four Things You Must Fix In Your Home

We all want our homes to be our castles, right? We want to live in houses and apartments that we feel proud of and that we enjoy coming home to – there’s nothing as good when you’re on the way home from work as the idea of curling up on your couch in your own space and flipping your TV on. There’s something magical and delightful about having a space that’s your own. It’s important, then, to make sure that it’s in good condition. Here are some things you must fix, if you haven’t already…

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Your Insulation

If your house is a little too cold then it’s a good idea to take a look at your insulation. A lot of heat can escape your house thanks to inadequate insulation which means that your energy bills will be pushed up way higher than they need to be. If you don’t want to get someone in to repair your insulation then you can always buy wadding at your local hardware store and add it to your roof so less warmth escapes through it.

Your Security System

One of the most important things about your home is that you feel safe and secure in it, so it’s crucial to make sure that you have a good home security system. If you don’t already have an alarm installed then get that done as quickly as you can – and make sure that it’s obvious from the outside of your house that you have an alarm. Make sure that all your windows and doors close tight and can’t be broken into, and ensure that you lock each of them every night. If you have the time and space and love to spare then why not consider getting a dog for extra added protection and security?

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Your Animal Issues

One of the worst things you can encounter in your home is a deluge from unwanted creatures, whether that’s a wasp’s nest in your attic, mice in your kitchen or termites in the walls. Get any termite extermination done by the experts – as much as you might want to do it yourself it’s important that you get rid of them and the experts will be much better at that than you are. Make sure that you don’t leave food out in your kitchen if you have a rodent problem, and start to set out traps for the mice – you can get humane ones so they don’t die.

Your Boiler

In winter, your boiler becomes even more crucial than it is during the rest of the year. For a lot of people it provides your central heating as well as your hot water and if you don’t have either of those things then not only will you be freezing cold at home but you’ll also have the incredible inconvenience of having to shower at the gym – and no one at all wants that! Make sure that your boiler is serviced regularly and make sure that you always have a sum of money set aside in case it needs to be replaced.

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The Strains On Your Wallet That You Could Do Without 

The Strains On Your Wallet That You Could Do Without

Finances don’t have to be a tricky thing. After all, it’s income vs. expenditure. It’s two items in a relationship, and you just need to ensure one has its head above the over. It’s not always that easy, especially when you’re running a family and the little purchases add up. Frankly, it might be that you’re not earning enough – but don’t worry. Let’s have a look at the strains on your wallet and finances and see if we can’t break them down.

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Firstly, I’d advise treating your money and finances with respect. It’s far too often that someone is awarded a credit card minutes before a splurge. Treat your credit card as a safety net, not something to reward yourself with. Use it to buy small essentials that are needed – food, petrol and water. Don’t use it to buy makeup, takeaway and video games! Also – ensure your credit cards are paid off on time as the fees and interest can create a huge strain on your finances, and it’s perhaps the most common form of debt one can fall into – and it’s a vicious cycle – you spend to live, then spend on your credit card, then spend to pay off the credit card meaning you need to use the credit card to see you through to your next paycheck. You’ll never be able to build savings that way, and you’ll have no-one to blame.

A practical solution may be to buy less and/or buy smart. This might not sound amazingly attractive, but you can save some serious cash so that your family can enjoy the good times out.

Tech runs our lives, and that’s ok – but it is so darn fragile! Paying over five hundred dollars for a new phone might seem like a necessary expense, but paying for repairs at one hundred dollars a time can be costly, especially if you multiply that with a few kids. Insure and protect your phone and in the worst case take it to someone like Forever Wireless who can get it fixed up with you having to file for bankruptcy.

Be careful about subscriptions as well. It might seem awesome to organize finance deals at fifty dollars a month to go with your Netflix and Comixology subscriptions, but this adds up, and you could find yourself paying out $200 a month purely on subscriptions! Madness. Regulate and budget your money so that the small monthly subscriptions do not sneak up on you!

Think of your finances as a virtual safety net for your family. Would you tear a monthly hole in that safety net just for short-term gain? Of course, you would not. You would not even consider it if it was a physical manifestation, so why tempt it? Keep track of those small strains as they can build up to be the kindling of a humongous and utterly unenjoyable bonfire.

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Unpleasant Yet Essential Jobs Every Homeowner Has To Do!

Unpleasant Yet Essential Jobs Every Homeowner Has To Do!

Owning a home is one of the best things you will ever do. It provides security for you and your family. It gains in value over the years and means you’re not wasting money on rent. But there are some parts about being a homeowner that aren’t all sunshine and roses. If something goes wrong, it’s up to you to sort which is a huge amount of responsibility. Therefore keeping on top of everything to avoid disaster is essential. Here are a few of the unpleasant yet essential jobs that come with the territory of owning a property.

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Clearing Guttering

Over the fall when the leaves are coming down, gutters can become blocked. Here they begin to rot and clog them up, so when it starts raining, they don’t empty properly. This can lead to water splashing or pooling, which can not only look unpleasant but cause some serious damage too. Blocked gutters can cause leaks which can the lead to black mold forming in the home. They can even cause structural damage over time which will be incredibly costly and time-consuming to put right. Once or twice a year, grab your ladders out of the shed, put on some thick gardening gloves and scrape out all of the gunk that’s accumulated. If this isn’t something you feel comfortable doing, there are lots of companies and handymen out there who will offer this service.

Maintaining Drains

Blocked drains can cause all kinds of issues in the home, and be extremely unsanitary and smelly. If you’re having drain issues, it’s your job as the homeowner to put them right as soon as possible. You could try some products at the DIY store in less severe cases which may help the issue. If not you might need full sewer line inspections done. Either way, it’s a problem you will want to tackle as soon as possible!

Dealing With Pests

The problem with having warm and cozy homes is that pests find them warm and cozy as well. This causes an issue as pests are not only a nuisance but they can also cause structural and electrical damage as well as pose a health hazard. It could be a flock of pigeons that have roosted in the eaves of your roof and are damaging the walls with their droppings. It could be a rodent that’s found its way inside and given birth to lots of baby rodents. It could be insects that have flown or marched in search of food. Keeping your home clean and tidy will help to prevent pests, and will also allow you to see the signs of them more quickly. Preventative measures such as not leaving out food and covering up pet food can also help. But sometimes they will find their way in regardless. Don’t panic, if it’s something you feel like you can deal with yourself you could set some traps. If not, call an exterminator- at least that way you know that the issue won’t get any worse and that it’s completely taken care of.

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