Sometimes, do you clench your jaws and grind your teeth during sleep? Do you wake up with sore jaws and headaches as a result of your teeth grinding?
Our bodies and minds often give us signals when we are not coping with our stress levels adequately. Sometimes, I grind my teeth at night. It is often a sign for me to take action (i) Work on my journal (ii) Increase the duration or reduce the intensity of my exercise levels (iii) Catch up on my meditation and mindfulness exercises. If you have a problem with grinding teeth, check with your dentist. Your dental insurance may cover a personalized mouth guard, which typically cost between $200-$700. You can wear this mouth guard at nights and protect your teeth. But did you know that your local pharmacy has cheaper night guards? I got mine for under $20. Also, take time to be aware of your stress levels. Take time to relax and unwind before you sleep. Read to your kids, listen to your favorite music or play with your pet before you go to bed. Surge in teeth grinding is linked to stress of recession Dentists say financial sector workers are most likely to suffer from problem due to anxiety about future
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Mindfulness - art of focusing our awareness to the present moment can trigger relaxation during any of your daily routines including exercise. Do you exercise regularly? Do you listen to your iPod or watch TV as you walk on the treadmill? Here are some simple tips to incorporate mindfulness in your exercise routine to gain additional relaxation from your work-out.
Focus on your exercise routine, your body movements and your breathing. Pay attention to your stride, speed and heart rate Are you fretting about the tasks you have to complete after the exercise? Draw your attention to the relaxation within you. If you are weight training, focus on the the muscles that move the weight up and down (slowly - to the count of 10 up and down). Just becoming aware of your stresses in your body will help you find the right balance and posture for your exercise technique. You can use this techniques with any daily activities. Are you walking from one department to another at your work place. Take the time to read your posture, your stress levels. You will be amazed that just by taking the time to find your stresses in your body, you will relax. I often used eating as a way to deal with my stress levels. Here are 5 simple alternatives to eating unhealthy food I use now.
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a guided finger meditationEngage your senses with soothing music, guided imagery and a labyrinth tracing activity which leverages the power of touch. Click the album cover to learn more. Categories
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