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This article was co-written by Rebekka Mars. Rebekka Mars is a life, meditation and yoga coach and founder of Modern Meditation™. She lives in Sarasota, Florida and also works online with people around the world. With over ten years of experience, Rebekka specializes in yoga, meditation and personal coaching to help clients appreciate their bodies, minds and souls, thereby finding peace and balance in their daily lives. She holds a bachelor’s degree in English from Lindenwood University and has more than 1000 hours of yoga training, holding an ERYT500 certificate. Rebekka is also a speaker on the topic of mindfulness for modern life, speaking in person and online.
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Most of us have the ability to become calmer than we are right now. People who are calm are generally happier and will help calm others down. Perhaps you are grateful to someone who has been able to stay calm when you were in a crisis. There are many methods to help you become a calm person, from meditation to sleeping more. Try them out!
Steps
Keep calm in front of you
- Your brain develops an “automatic response” framework to trigger a stressor. They are basically brain-activated habits. Every time it encounters a specific stimulus, like fighting with another person, it activates a number of distinct pathways.
- Studies show that breaking the “habit” of your response by refocusing your senses on what’s really going on helps your brain develop new, healthier, habitual responses. [3] X Research Sources
- Pay attention to how your body feels, but don’t judge them as “good” or “bad”. You should try to stick to the real event. For example, if you are angry, your heart rate will increase and you may even feel nauseous. You just need to acknowledge these feelings. [4] X Trusted Source HelpGuide Go to source Example: “I’m feeling nauseous right now. I’m breathing fast. My face is hot and red.” By identifying physical experiences, you can separate them from emotional responses.
- Place one hand on your chest and the other on your stomach, below your ribcage. As you inhale, the hand on your stomach should be raised. Otherwise, you’re just breathing from your chest. [6] X Research Sources
- Slowly inhale the air through your nose. You should try to inhale for 5 counts. Focus on the area of the lungs and abdomen that are expanding and filling with air. [7] X Research Sources
- Hold your breath for a few seconds. Ideally, you should hold your breath for 5 counts, but if you can’t do this right away, you should try to hold your breath for at least 1-2 seconds.
- Slowly exhale through your mouth for 5 counts. Try to exhale slowly, rather than quickly.
- Breathe normally 2 times, then repeat the cycle.
- If possible, find a quiet place with no distractions. You can even do PMR at your desk if needed.
- Loosen tight clothing. Breathe for a few breaths.
- Start with the muscles in the forehead. Raise your eyebrows as high as possible and hold the position for 5 seconds. Relax. Then, frown as much as you can for 5 seconds. Relax.
- After releasing the first muscle group, feel the difference in that area for 15 seconds before continuing. You have to learn how to feel “relaxed” and “tense” so that you can consciously let go of stress whenever you need it.
- Go to the lips. Squeeze your lips together for 5 seconds, then release. Next, smile as widely as possible for 5 seconds, and relax. Enjoy the feeling it gives for 15 seconds.
- Continue stretching for 5 seconds, release, and relax for 15 seconds for the rest of the muscle groups: neck, shoulders, arms, chest, abdomen, buttocks, thighs, shins, feet, and toes .
- You can also search for PMR instructions on online resources. [9] X Research Source
- Chat with a friend. Research has shown that communicating with someone you love helps reduce stress. You should spend time with friends or loved ones. [12] X Trusted Source Greater Good Magazine Go to Source
- See silly things. “Stupid” humor, like a funny cat movie or a funny movie, will help you calm down and get away from what’s been bothering you for a moment. However, you should try to stay away from bad humor or sarcasm, because in fact, they will make you more uncomfortable, not better. [13] X Trusted Source American Psychpogical Association Go to Source
- Play game. Games are a great element to help our brains have time to rest.
- Play with pets. Many studies have shown that interacting with a cat or dog you love reduces stress hormones and helps you feel calmer and happier. [14] X Trusted Source PubMed Central Go to Source
- There are countless ways to distract yourself. You can read a good book, go for a walk, grab your camera and take some nice pictures.
- Don’t use alcohol, drugs, or even food to distract yourself. Trying to self-medicate by getting drunk or overeating will only make the problem worse, and won’t help you address the root of your frustration. [15] X Trusted Source Mayo Clinic Go to Source
- You should try to spend 30 minutes of moderate intensity exercise every day. You don’t have to go to the gym: walking, jogging, even gardening can do wonders for your mood and fitness.
- Exercise also has a preventive effect. One study has shown that doing aerobic exercise before a distressing experience helps you stay calm during it. [20] X Trusted Source PubMed Central Go to Source
- Sports exercises like yoga and tai chi, exercises that incorporate meditation, deep breathing, and physical movement, are also wonderfully calming. [21] X Trusted Source Mayo Clinic Go to Source[22] X Trusted Source Mayo Clinic Go to Source
- You can use scents of sandalwood, lavender, or German chamomile to reduce stress.
- Do not eat essential oils. Many essential oils are very toxic if you consume them.
- You can do a massage or massage your feet with them.
- Always remember to use a carrier oil, like jojoba, avocado, or sunflower oil, as essential oils are very concentrated and can irritate skin if you use them alone.
- The British Academy of Sound Therapy has compiled a list of the most relaxing music in the world according to science. Artists include Marconi Union, Enya, and Cpdplay.
- Stay away from controversial topics like religion and politics, especially about someone you don’t know well.
- Cutting through the unpleasant story can be quite difficult, but the relief it brings will be well worth it. You should say something polite like, “You know, I think we just have to agree or disagree on this topic. What do you think if we move on to yesterday’s episode of Game of Thrones ?”
- If the other person doesn’t back down, you should back out of the conversation. You can use statements that start with the subject “I” to avoid sounding like you’re blaming the person: “You know, I’m feeling pretty confused right now. I want to stop talking for a while.”
Promote calmness through lifestyle
- Adults should sleep 7-9 hours a night. Teenagers will need to sleep more hours. [29] X Trusted Source American Psychpogical Association Go to Source
- People who don’t get enough sleep experience stress symptoms, such as irritability, anger, or confusion, more than people who get enough sleep. [30] X Trusted Source American Psychpogical Association Go to Source
- You should try to go to bed and wake up at the same time every day, including weekends. This measure will help the body regulate sleep. [31] X Research Source
- Avoid napping after 5 p.m., eating too much dinner, taking stimulants in the evening, and exposure to blue light screens before bed. They will interfere with your ability to get a good night’s sleep.
- Stimulants will also disrupt your sleep cycle. [34] X Research Source
- Alcohol is a depressant, which means it reduces stress in the body. However, using alcohol to treat stress is a bad idea, because once alcohol has been completely eliminated from your body, your anxiety will return (and alcohol will not solve the problem). the root of the problem). [35] X Research Source It may make it easier to fall asleep, but it will seriously disrupt your REM sleep, leaving you tired and exhausted the next day. [36] X Research Source
- If you drink alcohol, you should only drink in moderation. The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Addiction of America (NIAAA) has advised that you should have no more than 4 drinks per day if you are male, and no more than 14 drinks per week. If you are female, you should have no more than 3 drinks per day and no more than 7 drinks per week. [37] X Research Source
- A “standard glass of wine” may be less than you think. The NIAAA has determined the dosage of 1 glass of wine to mean: approximately 354 ml of regular beer, approximately 236 – 266 ml of malt liquor, about 147 ml of wine, or approximately 44 ml of 40% alcohol. [38] X Research Source
- Nicotine is also a powerful stimulant that will increase the body’s stress response. Smoking is not good for your health, and the more you smoke, the more serious damage you do. However, you should be careful, because the process of smoking cessation itself is quite stressful, so quitting during a period of high stress will not be the best idea.
- Sometimes people need to vent. This is completely healthy. However, you should make sure that the whining doesn’t last too long. Even 30 minutes of confronting a stressful experience, like listening to someone else’s complaint, can increase your stress hormones. [41] X Research Source
- If you’re in a situation where you can’t stay away from negativity, like at work, you should try to establish a “safe place” for yourself in your mind. Retreat to that place when the pressure is getting too great. [42] X Research Source
- Try to “be smarter” about what’s bothering you. For example, if having to wait in long lines at the supermarket after work is frustrating, you should try again in the evening. If rush hour makes your blood boil, you should try to go a little earlier.
- Looking for the good side. When you tailor your experiences to get something positive out of them, you’ll be able to increase your ability to cope with stress. For example, if your car breaks down and you have to rush to catch the bus to school, consider this: you have the opportunity to exercise and have a story to tell. This isn’t the best thing, but it’s still better than focusing on the upset that the event brings you. [44] X Trusted Source HelpGuide Go to source
- A study has shown that having “best friends” to share emotions with significantly reduces the stress hormone cortisp in the body. It will also help you reduce negative experiences from the unpleasant event. [46] X Research Source
- Have fun with everyone. Many studies have shown that having fun with a loved one reduces feelings of anger and enhances positivity. [47] X Research Sources
- If you can laugh with your friends, even better. Laughing releases endorphins, which are mood-enhancing chemicals in the brain that can make you happy. It will even increase your tolerance for physical pain! [48]X Research Source
- Remember to spend time with positive people. People often “spread” feelings from others in a similar way to spreading a cold. If you hang out with someone who only focuses on stress and negativity, it will affect you. On the other hand, if you meet someone who is focused on supporting others in a healthy, positive way, you’ll feel better. [49] X Research Source
- Start by looking for a quiet area with no distractions. Do not turn on the TV or computer. Spend at least 15 minutes meditating, even 30 minutes will be even better. [53] X Research Sources
- Close your eyes and take a few deep breaths. Continue to breathe deeply and steadily as you meditate.
- Imagine that you are a witness observing your own thoughts from the outside. Watch them go by and acknowledge them without trying to judge them in terms of “good” or “bad”, “right” or “wrong”. (You’ll need a little practice, and this is perfectly normal.)
- Ask yourself a few questions to guide you through your meditation. You should start by asking, “What are my senses telling me?”. Be aware of what you hear, smell, and feel. For example, is the room cold or warm? Do you hear the birdsong, the hum of the dishwasher?
- Ask yourself, “How is my body feeling?”. Acknowledge any tension (or relaxation) you feel in your body without judging it.
- Ask “What am I thinking?”. Notice whether they are important thoughts, acceptance, worries, etc. It’s easy to wallow in a cycle of self-evaluation for not meditating “good”. You should allow yourself to acknowledge all thoughts without judgment.
- Ask yourself, “What am I feeling right now?”. How are you feeling in the present? Stressed, calm, sad, satisfied?
- Try the “raisin meditation” method. Mindfulness focuses on being aware of your experiences in the present moment without judgment. Believe it or not, you can practice mindfulness with a handful of raisins for 5 minutes a day. [56] X Trusted Source Greater Good in Action Go to Source
- Focus all your senses. Take the raisins. Move it on the finger. Perceive how it feels in your hand. Pay attention to its texture. Observe it closely. Consider colors, notches, variations. Smell it, be aware of its scent.
- Place the raisins in your mouth. Be aware of how it feels in your mouth without chewing. Is your mouth drooling? Can you taste anything? Now you can chew. Notice how the flavor spreads. Feel the grape fruit texture in your mouth as you eat it. When chewing, pay attention to the movement of the muscles.
- Take a mindful walk. It is easy for us to wallow in the stress of everyday life if we are not aware of the beauty around us. Focusing on noticing your own experience while walking will help build mindfulness skills. [57] X Trusted Source Greater Good in Action Go to Source
- Walk alone. During this process, you should try to pay attention to as many details as possible. Use all senses. Imagine that you are an adventurer from another world and have never seen this place. Pay attention to the colors, scents, sounds, etc., around you. As you pay attention to detail, acknowledge it mindfully to yourself, such as, “I am aware that I am seeing a beautiful red flower.” Pay attention to how these experiences make you. [58] X Trusted Source Greater Good in Action Go to Source
Changing attitudes
- What makes you feel like you’re a strong person?
- When you feel confident or strong, what emotions do you feel?
- What quality defines your strength? They can be “compassion” or “family” or “ambitious” – whatever you think they communicate to you. You should take a few minutes to consider each factor one by one. Which point do you like the most?
- You can also write down a positive statement for yourself every day. For example, remind yourself of everything you’ve done during the day, or tell yourself something you love or respect about yourself. [60] X Research Source
- Say the affirmation aloud to yourself in front of a mirror. Look into your eyes and repeat something positive to yourself, like “I am such a wonderful friend and loving person” or “I love how my smile brightens my face. up when I’m happy.”
- If you have thoughts that are not kind to yourself, you should turn them into self-affirmations by correcting them. For example, you might picture yourself catching yourself thinking, “I’m so stressed out, I’ll never be able to solve this!”
- Adjust it to a positive statement: “I’m stressed right now, and I’m learning something new every day to make myself stronger.”
- Talk softly to yourself. When negative self-talk begins, challenge it with a positive thought or statement.
- For example, if you find yourself worrying and telling yourself you can’t cope with the situation, ask yourself the following questions:
- Is this thinking kind to yourself? If not, you should change it to a kinder mindset: “I’m nervous right now, but I can deal with this.”
- Does this mindset make me feel capable and confident? If not, focus on your strengths and abilities: “I’m afraid I don’t know enough to do this, but I’m a smart person and learn pretty quickly.”
- Would I say this to my anxious friend? If not, why are you telling yourself these things?
- You need to remember that everyone makes mistakes. It’s easy to want yourself to pursue a standard of perfection that you wouldn’t expect from your loved one. You should remind yourself of your normal human nature. Acknowledge the mistake, then focus on fixing it and acting differently in the future. This method will help you focus on positive growth, rather than tormenting yourself about the past.
- Know your worth. Remind yourself every day of the goodness, strength, and beauty you bring to the world. If you have trouble thinking positively, you should ask a friend for help.
- You should remember that when you forgive, you remove the toxic feeling from your life; This doesn’t mean you condone someone’s actions, but it does allow their behavior to dictate your outlook on life.
- When you feel angry at someone who has caused you pain, you should stop and think. Breathe slowly for one second. Does anger make your life better? Does the hate you feel bring you happiness? Would those who love you want you to suffer like this? The answer to all of the above questions is “no”… so let go of the negative feelings and look for the positive instead.
- If you find yourself wanting to do something in a hurry, you should stop and assess the situation. Are other people’s lives at risk if you don’t get what you need right away? Otherwise, stressing the situation will only make your life worse and even impair your judgment.
- If you’re still having trouble becoming patient, maybe you just need to practice more. You should start by being patient with the little things, like waiting in line at the supermarket. Distract yourself by reading every magazine title at the counter. Slowly work your way up to the more difficult areas of your life, like getting angry with another driver while driving on the road or when dealing with kids.
- Slowing down will allow you to do the work more thoroughly so you can get it right and do it well the first time. This will help you avoid more stress in the future.
- One way many people waste their time during the day is by checking their email. You should set aside a specific time to check your email, just do it 2 or 3 times a day, and don’t check your email between these times.
Advice
- You should think more openly. Closed thinking, calculation is the root of ignorance. People won’t be able to change anything if all ideas are rigid – remember people used to believe that the earth was a flat shape.
- If you feel angry or upset, just count to 10 and take a deep breath. Next, make yourself a cooling herbal tea or a cool glass of water, then find another place to sit still and allow your imagination to take control.
- Do what you love.
- If you are in a stressful situation and feel that you need to stay calm, simply turn your back on the issue or take 10 seconds to take a deep breath and allow all your thoughts to sink in, before you can regret anything.
Warning
- If you are so stressed that it affects your health, personal or professional life, you should consider seeking professional help from a mental health care provider. A counselor or therapist will help you identify unhelpful thinking patterns and learn coping skills.
This article was co-written by Rebekka Mars. Rebekka Mars is a life, meditation and yoga coach and founder of Modern Meditation™. She lives in Sarasota, Florida and also works online with people around the world. With over ten years of experience, Rebekka specializes in yoga, meditation and personal coaching to help clients appreciate their bodies, minds and souls, thereby finding peace and balance in their daily lives. She holds a bachelor’s degree in English from Lindenwood University and has more than 1000 hours of yoga training, holding an ERYT500 certificate. Rebekka is also a speaker on the topic of mindfulness for modern life, speaking in person and online.
There are 56 references cited in this article that you can view at the bottom of the page.
This article has been viewed 6,911 times.
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