Taking Control of Stress

Ever think that pain, discomfort, and other symptoms all feel worse when you're stressed? You're not alone...and you're right on the money!

In fact, various studies have shown that anxiety , stress, and other emotional conditions can actually decrease the body's immunity and leave us open to illness, from the common cold to heart conditions.

Psychologists have long observed that emotion triggers the release of hormones throughout the entire body. But there are two different groups of emotion hormones, and they cause the body to react in two different ways. The first response is a flooding of hormones that puts the body on high alert, preparing it to move fast in self-defense. Scientists call this reaction the "fight-or-flight response." It is the way our bodies naturally respond to stressful or fearful circumstances.

The second possible response is a release of hormones that work in a nearly opposite way. These relaxation chemicals allow your entire body, including brain, muscles, and organs, to rest, regenerate, and heal. Positive emotions can trigger this healing release.

In truly dangerous or threatening situations, the fight-or-flight response can save your life by giving you quickened reaction time and a burst of energy. But when the body is constantly producing those action hormones but not using them, an unhealthy chemical build-up and feelings of tension are the result. Modern life, fast moving technology, and poor dietary and lifestyle habits can all add to--or even produce--this stress response, too.

One natural, effective way to reverse stress's damaging effects on the body is NET, or Neuro-Emotional Technique. This technique makes positive, powerful use of the mind-body relationship by directly addressing the emotional component of health. NET helps identify unresolved emotional and psychological patterns from the past with laser speed. It works quickly to help you change the outdated "default settings" that keep you stalled in a stressed, uncomfortable, and unhealthy state. Isn't it time to replace the old self-talk that no longer serves you with balanced, positive messages?

The results: I find that long-standing pain and other chronic symptoms resolve much faster when the emotional component is addressed. In many cases, it's the missing link to health. NET can be the factor that resolves that faulty emotional component.

Are you ready to put stress in its place? Are you willing to try NET as your weapon against emotional ill health? Qualified NET practitioners may be available in your local area. A Web search using a directory such as this one is a simple way to find them.

You are more than the sum of the challenges life hands you. Whether NET is the modality of your choice or not, begin taking control of the stress in your world with a resolution. Decide here and now that stress will not take over your life. Your health and well-being are worth it!