At some point in one's life, a headache is going to cause some physical grief. The most common response is to pop an over-the-counter medication to relieve it. This will often eliminate the painful physical symptom, but it does nothing to help prevent the headache from happening again.
Since headaches can be caused from a wide variety of underlying problems, it's important to understand the main systemic disturbances that start the chain of events that eventually lead to a headache. Here are 6 causes of headaches and ways to take care of them naturally. Stress Stress is a major cause of headaches. People tend to carry stress in their shoulders, neck, jaw, and face, which causes muscles to contract. If this situation persists, it can cause chronic tension headaches. Stress can also be a result of mental or emotional factors that are related to pressure, regrets, and worries. Since the mind and body work together, these concerns can often result in headaches. Continue reading. Originally posted on Natural News Blogs.
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“The primary cause of unhappiness is never the situation but your thoughts about it.” – Eckhart Tolle
When we take something personally we invariably suffer. Why? Because we are believing a thought that claims that reality, what is, should be different than it is. But is this true? Can the present moment be other than it is? No, because there is no other moment available!! Take a look for yourself. Can you actually find some other moment (like an alternate reality hiding somewhere “off stage”) besides the one that is presently appearing? No, you cannot. Which is why resistance to what is brings suffering; you are rejecting the only thing that actually IS, for something imaginary, which IS NOT. That’s insane. “When you argue with reality, you lose, but only 100% of the time.” – Byron Katie Acceptance Of What Is. On the other hand, when the presently arising moment is met with acceptance, our experience is one of peace because we are not in resistance to what is. Continue reading. Originally posted on Collective Evolution. You have probably had someone tell you to "look on the bright side" or to "see the cup as half full." Chances are good that the people who make these comments are positive thinkers. Researchers are finding more and more evidence pointing to the many benefits of optimism and positive thinking.
Such findings suggest that not only are positive thinkers healthier and less stressed, they also have greater overall well-being. According to positive psychology researcher Suzanne Segerstrom, "Setbacks are inherent to almost every worthwhile human activity, and a number of studies show that optimists are in general both psychologically and physiologically healthier". Even if positive thinking does not come naturally to you, there are plenty of great reasons to start cultivating affirmative thoughts and minimizing negative self-talk. Positive Thinkers Cope Better With Stress. Continue reading. Originally posted on About Education. It's not your imagination — stress really can pack on the pounds. How many times have you put your foot in your mouth? Well, in this case, it's food in your mouth. Do you spoon peanut butter out of the jar after you get your Visa bill? Do you fantasize about a Snickers bar after a dress-down by your boss?
It's not that you're a lost cause. Stressful situations can create cravings for carbohydrate-rich snack foods, not simply because they taste good, but because they also calm the stress hormones adrenaline and CRH (corticotrophin-releasing hormone) cortisol. Eating makes us feel good, and certain foods, that are nutritionally barren and made up of mostly sugar, like desserts and simple carbohydrates, affect brain chemicals to improve mood. It's not usually a particular food you want, but rather the feeling of comfort and pleasure that food provides. Continue reading. Originally posted on Mind Body Green. Can't remember the last time you had some peace? These life hacks can help.
Whether you're stressed, anxious, or overworked, it's a miserable feeling which dampens your productivity, affects the quality of your relationships, and hampers your ability to appreciate the here and now. Regardless of your current life circumstances, a handful of behaviours are proven to help. 1. Get up earlier than everyone else. Would an increase in productivity help your stress level? You'd be amazed at how much more you can get done at 4 a.m., when everyone else is still in bed. I've found this to be true: Whenever I have a mid-morning deadline which forces me to work before the sun rises, I'm free by noon to pursue activities that are good for me, such as exercising or having lunch with a friend. In fact, research shows early birds are more proactive, a character trait that lends itself to achievement. According to a study of 367 college students conducted by biologist Christoph Randler, early risers perform better on the job, attain greater career success, and reap higher wages than people who start their day later. Continue reading. Originally posted on Inc.com. Forgiveness and its connection to anxiety, depression, and overall health and happiness
"Your goals, minus your doubts, equal your reality". - Ralph Marston Many of us use this time of year to evaluate last year and to set up new intentions and goals for the months ahead. For some of us, it’s an invigorating process. We’re excited about the progress we’ve made and the new heights we’re preparing to climb. But for others, it can feel like déjà vu all over again. We put forth honest effort but didn’t achieve what we wanted to achieve. We’re still far from the goals we set and we don’t know why. Oftentimes, the problem is not what you did or didn’t do, it’s that internal belief that says, “I’m just not that kinda guy (or gal).” You want to be slim and fit but “I’m just not the kinda gal who exercises regularly.” Your goal is to be debt-free but “I’m just not the kinda guy who can make a lot of money.” You want a great relationship but “I’m just not the kinda gal who connects well with people.” Continue reading. Originally posted on Psychology Today. Need to change your behavior? Consult your inner caveman.
Few forces in our lives are as powerful as our habits. If you brush your teeth three times a day and can't imagine going to sleep without clean teeth, that's a habit that will preserve your dental health for a lifetime. If your workday ritual is coffee and a donut every morning, that's a habit that may do you some harm. Good or bad, all our habits have one element in common: Once created they're extremely hard to break. It's especially true for habits that work against our health, such as those involving caffeine, nicotine, alcohol, unhealthy foods, and exercise--or the lack thereof. There's a simple explanation, says Jenny Evans, a frequent speaker on stress and resiliency, and author of The Resiliency rEvolution. Bad habits are tough to break because of our inner caveman. Continue reading. Originally posted on Inc.com. CrossFit might be the latest fitness craze sweeping the nation, but there's one area of your body that historically hasn't received a lot of attention, although that's starting to change. Apps and games that are supposed to help you "train your brain" are becoming increasingly trendy as users try to maintain (or exceed) their capacity to learn and remember.
Well, you don't need a special app, book or program to train your brain. Some basic understanding about how the brain works — and how it functions at its very highest capacity — is enough to help you keep those wits sharp. If you're pressed for time and need a quick pick-me-up, any of these tips should help get you back on track (and the more you can manage, the better!). Continue reading. Originally posted on Mind Body Green. Most people have trouble believing in their true potential, as they focus on their flaws and their negative subconscious feelings about themselves. They see where they have gone wrong, and rarely realize where they have progressed. They see themselves as unworthy and limited, mistakenly believing that the imperfect human is what they are.
In reality, we are far more than what meets the critical eye. The flaws and imperfections cloud our true identity. Our true identity lies behind the human experience and the human flaws. Our true identity stems from consciousness, exists for creation, and has unlimited potential. We are creative beings at our core. If you fail to see that within yourself, look at somebody else. How many Youtube videos have you seen where someone accomplished something that amazed you? Have you ever looked at an artistic creation and been in complete awe that any human could be that talented? Has a potential Olympian shocked you with his daringness and courage? Continue reading. Originally posted on Natural News Blogs. “In chaos, there is fertility.” ~Anaïs Nin
Are you a calm creature in your yoga class, then you get home and yell at your kids? Do you ever read a really inspirational book or blog and think, “Yes! That makes total sense, and I’m going to start doing that!” Then life gets busy and it never quite happens? Do you ever feel like you’re two different people living in the same body? Saying one thing, doing another? Me too. For the past fifteen years I’ve been a self-development junkie. I’ve read tons of books and I’ve attended courses and loads of amazing workshops. These covered everything from parenting to time management, relationships to getting organized, healthy eating to setting up a business, plus anything to do with spirituality and personal growth. All of these have inspired me with an array of fantastic ideas—but often they remained just ideas, floating around in my head without any action plan behind them. Continue reading. Originally posted on Tiny Buddha. |
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