Feeling stressed? If this is of any consolation to you, you're not alone. Research shows that more than one-third of Americans feel extreme stress. In addition, more than 70% of people deal with stress that has an impact on their mental or physical wellness. With April being Stress Awareness Month, now couldn't be a better time for you to evaluate your own stress resilience with regard to your health, according to holistic health and wellness company Amare Global.
Amid current COVID-19 and recession fears, you may be worried about your health, your finances, and your family. And understandably so. However, facing your stress head-on during Stress Awareness Month is critical, as stress is tied to a number of physical and mental health problems. In fact, stress remains one of our generation's biggest health issues.
Stress Awareness Month got its start in 1992, with its goal being to boost the public’s awareness about the modern stress epidemic’s cures and causes. One way in which to relieve stress is to consume healthy foods and take appropriate supplements, as your body needs proper nutrition. The brain and gut are connected, so the more balanced you are diet-wise, the better able you are to handle anxiety and stress.
Another strategy for coping with stress is to speak to someone else about how stressed you are feeling. This person could be a friend or a counselor, for example. You may also want to try relaxation activities, such as guided meditation and yoga.
According to the experts at Amare Global, as more people in the United States discuss their stress-related worries and share their stories in April, the more public awareness there will be regarding this essential issue. And, in turn, we as a society can get closer to curing the widespread epidemic of stress.