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Take a break from your busy life and relax on National Stress Awareness Day - treat yourself to an indulgent spa treatment or calming yoga session!
Mark your calendars for November and get ready to observe National Stress Awareness Day on the first Wednesday of the month! This special day has been celebrated since 1992, when it was created to help bring awareness to the various forms of stress that can affect our lives. We all experience stress in some way or another, but this day is a great reminder to take time out of our busy schedules and prioritize our mental health. From yoga sessions to journaling, there are many simple activities that can help us manage our daily stress levels - so don't forget to give yourself the attention you deserve!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1936</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Term "Stress" Coined</div><div class='timeline-text'>Endocrinologist Hans Selye introduces the term "stress" in a biological context, beginning scientific studies into the effects of stress on the human body.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1975</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Stress Management Research</div><div class='timeline-text'>Research on stress management techniques begins to gain traction, highlighting the importance of stress reduction in maintaining overall health.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1983</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>April Stress Awareness Month</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Health Resource Network in the United States launches Stress Awareness Month, dedicated to promoting public awareness about both the causes and cures for stress.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1992</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Stress Awareness Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>National Stress Awareness Day is first observed on the first Wednesday in November with the goal of identifying and reducing the stress factors in life.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2000s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Rise of Mindfulness Practices</div><div class='timeline-text'>Mindfulness and meditation practices become popular for stress management, leading to a significant rise in yoga, Tai Chi, and related activities.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2010s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Digital Stress Management Tools</div><div class='timeline-text'>The development of digital tools such as mobile applications and online resources enhances accessibility to stress management techniques for the wider public.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Read a book</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take some time to pick up a book and relax. Reading can be a great way to take your mind off of stress and focus on something else.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Go for a walk</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Getting outside and going for a walk can help clear your head and provide some much needed fresh air. Plus, the exercise can give you a natural boost of energy.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Take a yoga class</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Yoga is an excellent way to reduce stress and increase relaxation. The combination of poses, breathing exercises, and meditation can be very beneficial in helping to reduce stress.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Listen to music</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Put on your favorite tunes and let the music wash away your stress. Music has been proven to be a great stress reliever.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Write in a journal</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Journaling can be an effective way to express your thoughts and feelings about what is causing your stress. Writing can help you work through the issues that are causing you stress and gain clarity.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Stress can have serious implications</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>If left unchecked, chronic stress can lead to a host of physical and mental health problems like headaches, insomnia, weight gain, depression, anxiety and even heart disease. Taking time to acknowledge our stress levels and take steps to reduce them is essential for living a healthy and balanced life.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Stress affects work & relationships</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>When you're stressed out, it's hard to focus on tasks and maintain healthy relationships with your co-workers, friends and family. Taking the time to identify what stresses you out and learn how to manage it is an important step in becoming more productive at work and creating healthier connections with those around you.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Stress Awareness Day helps raise awareness</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>National Stress Awareness Day not only reminds us of the importance of managing stress effectively but also encourages us to think about our lifestyles and the factors that may contribute to stress. It's an opportunity to reflect on our habits, recognize triggers and make changes where necessary.</p></div></div>
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