Can mindfulness meditation relieve chronic pain?
Millions people suffer from chronic pain. For many of them the mindfulness meditation may reduce the psychological strain.This results are confirmed in a new study. For years, mindfulness meditation has been used successfully against chronic pain. A study that was published in the journal “Cerebral Cortex” has now confirmed their effectiveness. They also gave clues why exactly the mindfulness meditation works and what it is going on the neuronal level in the brain. Apparently people feel in a state of mindfulness, although quite in pain, but not feel so strong psychological strain because the authorities which are responsible for the assessment of pain stimulus brain areas are less active with them. The mindfulness meditation is a form of relaxation technique with Buddhist roots. Mindfulness is a special kind of attention, in which one of the present moment is deliberately,...
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Depression in soul when the days get shorter?
As the days grow shorter and the nights longer and the weather getting colder, wetter and bad, you feel increasingly tired, weak and exhausted drive. Sometimes you can develop a real depression in soul in the dark winter months even. There are several effective strategies to prevent the. Especially in the fall and winter months, the soul often suffers from the seasonal light and weather conditions. In this low-light time people complain in our latitudes often from constant fatigue, depression, lethargy and a greatly increased need for sleep. To dispel the gloom and comfort the soul a little, sweets are increasingly being eaten and alcoholic drinks consumed. But especially healthy food, wellness and colors can cheer the soul and help you to a good mood. Food and fragrances bright soul on. Fresh and colorful salads revitalize body and soul....
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Christmas shopping free from stress
The closer to Christmas, the more stress threatens the gift purchase. But there are tricks to make the last shopping trips not dampen the mood and still be successful. First up is the meticulous preparation of purchases with room for downtime. Christmas Shopping without stress? Especially families fear the recent purchases, when the shops are full and time is short. Helpless “Something purchases” are not the solution, because they miss the sense of the gift. The trick then is to plan your purchases and good to take time out. Who feels the gifts Marathon as stress, could thoroughly plan ahead. However, very young children should not be taken as possible. Two families can in such cases, help each other with childcare and give each other the a few free hours for shopping. The feast of charity may assume cast...
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Are active stress management techniques more effective than passive?
To prevent chronic stress, there are various relaxation methods. A new study shows that techniques in which you have to play an active role, as passive methods are effective. In recent years, the media increasingly talk about burnout. The total “burnout” seems to be a widespread disease. Here Burnout is not just a buzzword, as many believe. Experts estimate that about 30 percent of the working population are at risk of chronic fatigue. A survey by the According to American Trade Unions find it harder and harder workers, disable after work. Thus, from various periods of stress, chronic stress will occur easily. To prevent this, regular time-outs are necessary. Relaxation exercises can help to protect against overloads. A study from Italy showed that active coping techniques here are more meaningful than passive. Active relaxation techniques are all methods in...
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Why Yoga reduces stress?
The yoga can reduce stress symptoms effectively. It has been proved by many studies. A new study now provides evidence of why this is so. Earlier this year, researchers have shown to Dr. Helen Lavretsky from the University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA) in a study that a particular mixture of yoga and meditation, which is used every day for a few minutes, can reduce stress effectively. The study involved 45 people who participated. The researchers have now found an explanation why the yoga meditation led to a reduction of stress symptoms. Study participants were initially divided into two groups. The members of one group turned over eight weeks of daily 12 minutes relaxation technique to be joined together in meditation, yoga and singing. The other group should just rest in this time while listening to relaxing music....
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Holidays – opportunity for social gathering
Festivals should we celebrate as they come becouse it is good reason for social gathering. Often, it is customary to dine on these days well and drink. Therefore, it is important to pay attention to the correct size. What could be better than to let themselves go on holidays really good. Many use the free time to rest and relax. Others plan all sorts of things, which otherwise lack the time. On holidays we use to invite one or visiting friends and family. Maybe you have not seen for a long time? Over coffee with biscuits and cake rounds or treats from oven or pan is perfect for nice chat and celebrate the joy of reunion. However, it may seem like the Christmas party at the great feasts that the joy is somewhat tarnished and not of long duration....
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