Stress Reduction

Stress causes the body to secrete the hormone cortisol. Since the cortisol hormone was originally secreted to ensure ‘survival’ in primitive times, its constant secretion causes the body to remain in ‘emergency’ mode. This negatively affects the immune system and creates inflammation. Inflammation is one of the most important causes of many diseases. Chronic inflammation carries a risk for many diseases such as heart and cerebrovascular diseases, Alzheimer’s, diabetes, obesity, asthma, chronic fatigue, depression, headaches, and insomnia. So, what should be done to reduce stress? First of all, changing your perspective on life is the most important thing. Although personality structure seems important in this regard, perspective is actually something that can be changed and learned. It is also known that meditation and yoga have positive effects on mental health. When there is a long-lasting and stressful situation in your life, it is definitely necessary to get help.