EP 992 – Stress And Headache Pain

There are all kinds of headaches.

Some are sharp and painful.

Others are a long, slow ache from somewhere deep inside.

 

Chronic headache sufferers know that headaches can interfere with work, social activities and even completing the simplest task such as getting dressed.

 

So Here are today’s Hot Tips For Building Resiliency and Celebrating National Headache Awareness Week:

Learn what triggers your headaches – Is it conflict, noise, food, wine, odours or all of the above

Keep a headache journal to give you some clues as to the triggers

Let go of anger and frustration and try to lower your stress

Get plenty of sleep

Eat a balanced diet

Get outside

Exercise

Learn relaxation techniques such as utilizing pressure points, deep breathing, visualization and muscle relaxation.

Talk to your doctor or pharmacist about your headaches to see if you have explored all the possible treatments.

Finally, deep breathing is one of the easiest and effective relaxation techniques available to reduce headaches. Learn how to utilize this skill to reduce your headaches and improve your life.

 

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