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Stress
& Anxiety
Stress is
a condition of our times
This art of resting the mind and the power of dismissing from it all care and worry is probably one of the secrets of energy in our great men. Captain J A Hadfield
| The simplist definition of stress is mental and/or physical tension, usually both. Stress is also commonly the result of negative thoughts and emotions. It is a response to internal and external forces, of recent or past events, leading to a variety of observable symptoms. It is a disequilibrium, a dis-ease. |
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• The most common stress related complaints
presented to GPs are depression and anxiety which is reported to
affect 20% of the UK working population.
• Hypnotherapy
is a major non-drug treatment which can greatly reduce stress.
• Up to 5 million people in the UK feel "very" or "extremely"
stressed by their work.
• Bosses
can now be fined for worker stress such that every hospital, school
and business faces criminal prosecution unless it can prove it is
tackling stress in the workplace.
Some stress is good - it stimulates the mind, helps us achieve our
goals, and it prepares our bodies for action – it's a stimulant
and adds sparkle and excitement to life.
It's
when things get out of hand that we know it can have a negative
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Our bodies respond to stress: The heart rate increases,
we breathe more shallowly, adrenalin flows, muscles tense, and so
on.
These are normal responses which prepare us for a rapid response
by the brain and muscles.
But regular exposures to stressful situations long-term
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Although some stressful situations may be minor, our reaction
to them can be stretched out of proportion. We might feel on
edge, can’t relax, can’t sleep and over time may
drift into a period of anxiety or depression.
Unfortunately, many people turn to cigarettes, alcohol or tranquillisers
as a way of coping with their stress. Short-term these may help,
but longer-term they undermine health and well-being and just
make matters worse. We are happiest with a balance between stimulation
and periods of rest.
Most people would list at least half a dozen major sources of
stress in their lives - from financial worries to sleepless
nights with the baby. There are two basic sources:
External
These are events “outside of ourselves” that create
stress within us. Could be a new job, work pressures, or financial
concerns… – some of these are within our control,
others outside. It’s how we react to these that determines
how stressed we feel.
Internal
To a certain extent, how we deal with the external stresses
is determined by our attitudes and beliefs. We are all a little
different in this respect.
We’ve had different parents, childhoods, physical and
emotional experiences. It’s not surprising we react to
the same situation differently – some people cope well,
others don't.
Some
physical symptoms of stress:
• headaches
• feeling faint
• chest pains
• breathlessness
• sweating
• nervous twitch
• cramp or muscle spasms
• high blood pressure
• feeling dizzy or sick
• tiredness
• restlessness
• poor sleeping
• constipation or diarrhoea
• overeating
• indigestion or heartburn
• lack of appetite
• sexual difficulties
How
do you feel when stressed?
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irritable
• loss of interest in others & things
• aggressive
• feeling ‘low’
• feel unloved & neglected
• feel unattractive
• lonely
• imagine & fear diseases
• fear failure
• lose your sense of humour
• expect the worse
• dread the future
• pessimistic
Do
we behave differently when stressed, anxious or depressed?
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can’t make decisions
• procrastinate
• tearful
• difficulty concentrating
• pull hair
• bite nails
• ‘bury’ problems
• hide feelings
Hypnotherapy creates a more balanced perspective, such that stress can be viewed in a positive and realistic way - creating the opportunity for beneficial change. In other words, accepting some stress as a means of personal development.
Self-esteem is an important part of achieving contentment and happiness. Of course, we accept that 'happiness' is not a constant state and it is unrealistic, some would say, to be in this comparative state all the time. However, hypnotherapy can create an environment in which it's possible to have a clearer view of what personally matters in achieving happiness.
Depression and anxiety conditions are often linked to stress.
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Real happiness is how you feel inside.
How
well you know yourself and your level of self-esteem.
Hypnotherapy
can be a wonderful means of exploring your true self.
We
use a range of techniques including hypnoanalysis, to discover your
strengths and allow you to cope with stress more effectively. |
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Depression and anxiety can affect up to one in six of the population
at one time. It shows a sensitive nature.
Both Hypnoanalysis and Clinical Hypnotherapy can be successfully used to treat anxiety and stress-related conditions, including panic attacks, phobias, and many sexual problems. Sessions will also include practical techniques to still the mind which itself is very relaxing and empowering.
Please
visit our depression page for more information. |
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| Those
who follow a course of hypnoanalysis report that they feel more
confident, relaxed, happier and contented. |
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Anxiety
attacks
Blushing
Bruxism (grinding teeth)
Bulimia/Anorexia
Chronic fatigue
Compulsions
Depression
Fear of being sick
Fear of social situations
Feeling ‘down’
Guilt
Impotence
Insomnia
Irritable Bowl Syndrome (IBS)
Lack of confidence
Low Libido
Migraines
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Nightmares
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Panic attacks
Phobias
Poor self-image
Premature Ejaculation
Self-harm, such as cutting or burning skin/arms/legs
Sexual problems
Shy bladder (Paruresis)
Shyness
Slimming and weight loss
Social anxiety
Stammering
Stress problems
Stuttering
Tension and worry
‘Toilet related’ phobias
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Work-related
stress is a major cause of occupational ill-health and estimated
to cost employers over £5 billion a year. The HSE give management
standards and practical guidelines for employers and employees.
Click here
for more information
Realising
Your Potential
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Making
an Appointment
We
provide a Free and informal Initial Appointment (30 minutes) if requested to
discuss your personal needs and establish if we can help. Please
feel free to bring a friend along for company if you wish.
Please
note:
If you telephone and we are with a client, you may be directed to
leave a message. Please give your name and telephone number and
a suitable time to call you back. Due to the confidential nature
of our work, Alan personally takes all appointment bookings.
Contact
Alan Gray today at Scarborough Hypnotherapy today to arrange a Free
Initial Consultation.
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Relaxing Liberating
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