We all deal with stress; some more so than others.

We face stress and anxiety from our jobs, in our family life, deal with relationship drama or financial difficulty.

Facing a little stress is a part of life, but you need to take a step back and relax when that stress is excessive or a chronic issue.

Relax; easier said than done. Or is it? Following are some simple ways you can prevent stress in Louisville KY from ruling your life (and ruining your health).

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Listen To Calming Music

Feel overwhelmed by a stressful situation? The very thought of it gets your nerves in a frenzy? Take a break from the world and put in your headphones. Music seems to be the cure for a broken heart; why not a stressed mind?

Calm music is thought to have a positive effect on the body and mind. Listening to some classical or even jazz music helps lower blood pressure and reduces cortisol, the stress hormone. If you aren't into classical, try calming sounds of the rain and ocean.

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Laugh the Stress Away

A hormone, endorphin, helps improve mood and decrease cortisol and adrenaline, both of which are stress causing hormones. Laughing helps achieve that. A hearty laughter tricks our nervous system into making us feel happy and content.

Your colleagues won't appreciate a sudden fit of giggles coming from your desk; therefore follow this suggestion: watch classic Monty Python skits in your alone time and laugh to your heart's content.

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Get Moving Forward

Exercise isn't just an effective way to stay fit and healthy! Stress can be prevented by following a regular exercise session, according to Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise. The 2012 study found that moderate physical activity helped people manage stress and anxiety more efficiently. Workouts such as, yoga, Tai chi, Pilates and even high energy activities provide benefits of stress relief and overall health improvement.

Chiropractic care, i.e. spinal and neck adjustments are another way of relieving stress and feeling good afterwards.

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Get More Restful Sleep

About 70% of people who reported being stressed out in the previous month were also experiencing trouble sleeping, according to a poll. In addition to reducing concentration in daily work and increasing irritability, poor sleep also lowers immunity and increases chances of heart issues, anxiety and depression. Try the following tips for a better, well rested sleep.

• Skip your afternoon coffee.
• Switch off all electrical devices.
• Simply get ready for bed.

Stress is an important part of life. Without it, focusing seriously on a task at hand would have been difficult. But constant stress is a reason for concern and should be treated ASAP! For an alternative and natural treatment, visit the Louisville KY Chiropractor today.