Hypnotherapy for Stress
Stress is a feeling that's created when we react to particular events. It's the body's way of rising to a challenge and preparing to meet a tough situation with focus, strength, stamina, and heightened alertness.
The human body responds to stressors by activating the nervous system and specific hormones. The hypothalamus signals the adrenal glands to increase the release of adrenaline and cortisol into the bloodstream. These hormones speed up heart rate, breathing rate, blood pressure, and metabolism. Blood vessels open wider to let more blood flow to large muscle groups, putting our muscles on alert. Pupils dilate to improve vision. The liver releases some of its stored glucose to increase the body's energy and sweat is produced to cool the body. All of these physical changes prepare a person to react quickly and effectively to handle the pressure of the moment.
Our bodies are equipped to deal with stress on an occasional basis, not on an ongoing basis. In a situation where the stress is felt over a extended period of time, our bodies begin to suffer as our hypothalamus continues to pump out the increased supply adrenaline and cortisol. This can wear out the body's reserves, leave a person feeling depleted or overwhelmed, weaken the body's immune system, and cause other problems.
In many people’s lives it is not always possible to get rid the causes of stress, therefore it’s important for people to learn how to manage it. This can involve changing how we react to certain situations, letting go of certain expectations and learning how to relax.
Hypnotherapy can help achieve all of these things, usually within 2 to 3 sessions, allowing you feel more in control of your life. It also involves teaching you techniques to release stress before it builds up, and provides you with the skills to create feelings of calmness and relaxation when and where you need them.
To overcome the debilitating effects of stress, call now on 01335 300798 or 07747 884163 to learn more and book an appointment.
Explore the treatments area of the site to learn how hypnotherapy can help you tackle other challenges or contact us for a confidential discussion.
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