Five simple steps to help you manage the holiday stress, as always short and to the point here at Mens Health & Journal
Uncertainty as a Stressor: Uncertainty triggers intense stress and hypervigilance because it disrupts the brain’s pattern recognition, leading to heightened anxiety.
Biological and Personal Factors: People’s reactions to uncertainty are influenced by personal history, temperament, and prior trauma, affecting their emotional resilience.
Practical Coping Strategies: Strategies include focusing on essential information sources, accepting circumstances, and practicing mindfulness to manage feelings.
Elastic Thinking: Exposure to new experiences bolsters adaptive thinking and strengthens mental flexibility.
Physical Activity: Exercise can lower anxiety by promoting new brain cell growth, similar to calming techniques in animal studies.