Overcoming Fight or Flight: How Myofascial Release and CranioSacral Therapy Can Help You Combat Chronic Stress
Feeling overwhelmed by stress in your life? You're not alone. Stress can affect us all. With the fast-paced world we live in, it's no surprise that any of us are in a constant state of "fight or flight." But did you know that this constant state of stress can have some serious negative effects on our health?
When we're under stress, our sympathetic nervous system (aka “fight or flight”) kicks into overdrive, releasing stress hormones like cortisol and adrenaline. This state is designed to prepare the body for immediate action, such as running or fighting, by increasing heart rate, blood pressure, and breathing rate. While this state is essential for survival, prolonged or chronic activation of the sympathetic state can have negative effects on health, including increased risk of cardiovascular disease, chronic inflammation, and impaired immune function.
But here's the good news, we don't have to live like this! We can take control of our stress levels by incorporating some stress management techniques into our lives. This could be things like meditation, yoga, deep breathing, and progressive muscle relaxation. These practices have been shown to reduce stress and improve overall health. But it doesn’t end here.
Two other great ways to manage stress and promote relaxation are by incorporating Myofascial Release and CranioSacral Therapy into your routine. These forms of bodywork focus on releasing tensions deep within your body through the use of very gentle pressure. Myofascial release and craniosacral therapy are amazing in that each can make you feel and move better, but they can also help activate the parasympathetic nervous system, or the "rest and digest" state, as they help to relax the body and promote the functioning of the digestive and immune systems. This state can improve health by reducing stress and inflammation, promoting proper digestion and nutrient absorption, and supporting the body's ability to heal and repair itself.
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So instead of constantly multitasking and feeling frazzled, take a moment to relax and give your body the break it deserves. Incorporate simple stress management techniques into your daily routine and schedule at least 1-2 myofascial release or craniosacral therapy sessions per month. Trust us, your mind and body will thank you!
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