Whatever civilization
and the condition of a nation, all of them must have experienced stress,
although the term may vary. Stress is a condition in which the body's mental
and physical pressure. And prolonged stress is not managed properly can lead to
depression.
There is a
proverb that reads Other Other Field Grasshopper, Other Other Lubuk The fish.
That is, each region has a different way to handle the problem. The way it is
generally based on tradition and local culture, but later became a habit that
conserved.
As reported by
Health.com, on Monday (26/11/2012), here are the ways of the various countries
of the world to relieve stress.
1. Petit Aperitif
in France
After the move
and under stress, the French used to relax by doing petit aperitif, which is a
small ritual by drinking a glass of wine accompanied by cashew nuts or chips,
hummus and olive oil. The next thing to do is cook dinner.
Grape known in
Europe has a relaxing effect. But more important is the ritual to separate the
chaos at work from the comfort of home. Every ritual is carried comfortably can
eliminate stress, both light exercise and talking with friends.
2. Sauna bath in
Russia
To relieve the
stress, the Russians are often gripped by the cold will do the sauna or steam
bath using hot water. Just sitting in the extreme heat with sweat washing the
body is able to be healers soul.
Warm bath or a
hot steam bath not only create a warm hug skin, but a study from Yale
University suggests that the warmth of the hot water vapor can trigger the
brain and the body's response to emotional warmth and improves mood. Limit the
sauna for 10 minutes to avoid dry skin.
3. Been to Home
Friends Ala Denmark
Danish people to
relax in understated enough friends or relatives house at night and weekends.
The important thing is being happy at home and did not rush to go anywhere.
Create a party,
the key is also simple, do not bother. If worried invite others to a party that
had a perfect holiday, then the stress will also appear. Then weekends only
meeting simple, usually enough desserts and beverages served.
4. Massage in
Thailand
Thailand seems to
have a similar tradition with Indonesia to relieve stress, ie massage. Massages
are performed also similar, which is done with a strong, plus the pressure
through the knee and elbow to eliminate stress.
Massaging the
base of the neck and the surrounding area will release the hormone serotonin, a
natural antidepressant. This effect will be even more powerful if asked couples
doing the massage.
5. Drinking Mate
in Argentina
In Argentina,
there is a drink called mate, which circulated hot herbal drinks with friends
like peace pipe on the Indians. It made the people so connected with the group
and lowers stress.
According to a
study in Belgium, eat or drink with a soothing release the hormone oxytocin.
The existence of strong ties with the group would make someone be appreciated
by others in the vicinity.
6. Laughter
exercises in India
Every morning,
several people in India do exercises laughing with smiling, waving and jumping.
The more often this exercise is done, the better the resulting mood.
When laughing,
the abdominal muscles to contract and trigger endorphins that make you feel
better feelings, according to research from the University of Oxford. Laughed
for a few minutes alone can soothe. Therefore, it is better to record a show or
event humor favorites to watch again the night after the move.
7. Walk in
Ireland
In cold weather
though, in Ireland will remain often found people walking around outside with
the kids. This method can be trusted to 'turn on' the brain back and give
energy.
A study in 2012
found that people who rode a stationary bike for 30 minutes and then look at
the photos turned out to be less anxiety disturbing than people who just sit
quietly. It turns out exercise not only reduces anxiety, but also helped create
a feeling of calm when faced with distressing events.
8. Together
coffee in Sweden
In Sweden, there
is a term called fika, the rest with a cup of coffee with friends. This little
ritual has become part of the culture there since the 1700s. In many companies,
employees do fika at about 10 am and 3 pm to go to a cafe drinking latte, tea
or smoothie accompanied cinnamon, muffins, or macaroni.
Fika create a
comfortable and peaceful feeling. A study conducted Massachusetts Institute of
Technology found that people who socialize towards the end of the work day will
be more productive than the 10-15% that do not socialize.
9. Foot soak in
China
Chinese people
used to soak feet in a large pot of hot water or referred to as 'yu zu' before
bed. Usually done while sitting on the couch while reading a book or surfing
the internet to fall asleep.
Ankle foot soak
up the hot water is added salt and 2 tablespoons baking soda for 15 minutes can
reduce swelling and improve blood circulation. In addition, the effect can also
be soothing.
10. Keyif in
Turkey
Turkish people
used to do Keyif, it means enjoying pleasant things. Can practice by listening
to music or straighten the legs and not think about anything that causes
stress.
Stressful
thoughts often come from the assumption that something bad will happen. If you
can focus on the positive, negative thoughts trigger stress will disappear or
at least diminish. One study found that people who were given a cold compress
will greatly diminished sense of comfort when disambi not listen to music.
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