Feeling Of Well Being

Take a Long deep breath for womens health wellness!

Have you ever noticed that our breathing changes when we experience stress?  And so does our feeling of well being.

During periods of stress, we automatically switch to short breaths and shallow breathing.  This is part of our “fight or flight” response as mammals.  Stress causes a physical reaction to prepare ourselves to ‘fight’ or ‘run away’ from danger.  In 21st century living, our stress usually has nothing to do with physical danger.  And yet we react to stress by automatically changing our breathing to shorter, more shallow breaths.  This affects the quality of our physical and emotional health as well as our spiritual wellness.

If we want to know how to reduce stress in our lives we must turn to discovering the power of our breath.  When talking about the mind body connection, it is our breath that is the thread between the two.  The quickest way to a feeling of well being is to put our attention on our breath. 

In today’s world, womens health wellness knows the best way to approach any stressful situation is to take a long, deep breath.  This helps us instantly relax a bit.  The extra boost of oxygen also helps clear our minds for better thinking.  The more we consciously breathe the stronger feeling of well being we will have.

Throughout your day, allow yourself to take a breather to prevent stress and overwhelm from snowballing.  Take in a long, deep breath – pulling the air straight downward – causing your abdomen to expand BEFORE your chest expands.  Feel the instant relaxation as you exhale.

Not only are you releasing stressful energy, exhaling also releases toxins from your body.  Take in several long, deep breaths and let your mind slow down.  Let go of the stress with each exhalation.  Allow yourself to feel deeply the feeling of well being you are creating with each breath.

Whether you’re at work or waiting in that long line at the post office, give yourself these moments throughout your day to interrupt stress, overwhelm and frustration.

A few long, deep breaths help us return to a sense of calm, peace and balance.  Now that is truly having a feeling of well being and what womens health wellness is all about! 

Editors Note:  If you would like to see how this relates to your overall womens health wellness, please check out our articles on carbohydrate sensitivity and glycemic index.