Heidi Overman
Stress, anxiety, and fatigue are terms that have become increasingly prevalent in our daily lives. These words encapsulate our current experiences, yet managing them can often seem an overwhelming challenge.
Stress can gradually become a part of your daily life without you noticing. It may start to feel normal until you realize one day that you are experiencing high levels of stress. Stress can influence various aspects of your life, including your weight, sleep, health, and overall demeanor. It can lead to fatigue, causing you to react more sharply or become easily irritated by minor things.
This is your sympathetic nervous system telling you that it is overtaxed, and it needs a break. Your sympathetic nervous system is telling your body that it needs to be “ready to go” at a moment’s notice, because you haven’t told it to turn off and relax. Years of this stress and anxiety can drain your body and mind, causing brain fog, sleepless nights, and issues with digestion.
It is essential to prioritize the well-being of both your body and mind. Massage therapy is an effective method for deactivating the sympathetic nervous system and activating the parasympathetic nervous system. This process enhances blood and lymph circulation, delivering vital nutrients and oxygen to various organs and muscles throughout the body. Additionally, when massage therapy is administered with moderate to light pressure, it engages the parasympathetic nervous system, facilitating relaxation and recovery.
It is essential not only to receive a moderate to light massage but also to allow your brain and body sufficient time to rest and recover from daily stressors. Additionally, you can mitigate stress by incorporating the following practices into your routine: engaging in daily exercise, limiting exposure to news media, and participating in meaningful social interactions.
Avoid waiting until you feel desperate. Regular relaxation massages can support better sleep, healthy digestion, heart health, and mental clarity. In addition to these benefits, consistent massages can help in reducing muscle tension, alleviating chronic pain, and lowering stress levels. They also promote increased circulation, which can aid in faster recovery from injuries. Furthermore, incorporating regular massages into your routine can enhance your overall well-being by providing a sense of tranquility and balance in your daily life.
If you are interested in a therapeutic massage, wellness education, facials, or acupuncture, please call me at Empty Cup Wellness for an appointment: 520-639-6987. My website is: emptycupwellness.com and I’m located at 10132 N. Oracle Rd., Ste. 160, Tucson, AZ 85704 in the business park just behind the Fairfield Inn.