8 TIPS TO REDUCE STRESS AND CABIN FEVER

July 13, 2020

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Here are 8 Tips To Reduce Stress and Cabin Fever. Although “cabin fever” is not a real medical diagnosis, it is a recognize problem being realized by so many these days since the onset of COVID-19 quarantines. You may have experienced some common side effects of inactivity in the past. Currently, being stuck at home for weeks to months gives a new perspective into the detrimental effects of being inactive.

What does one experience with prolonged isolation from the normal day to day activities that were part of life when the 2020 year began? Well, being stuck at home with little to no activity, working in a restricted and altered environment creates a multitude of symptoms. Maybe you can relate to some of these common ones: achy or painful joints, muscle stiffness, sadness, lethargy, poor concentration, food cravings, decreased patience, sleepiness, losing hope.

It is symptoms such as these that tell us the mind and body are headed down an unhealthy road. Change is necessary or the disease process will prevail. The effects of inactivity, related to quarantine, contributes to an increase risk of diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, stroke, metabolic problems, depression and anxiety. Lack of activity also contributes to spinal health problems and nervous system stress.

Our bodies are designed to move and our mind is designed to learn and work through daily adaptations. Being stuck and home with little to do does not quench these needs. Below we have listed our favorite 8 tips to reduce stress and cabin fever.

8 tips to reduce stress and cabin fever

Get moving with daily stretching and mobility exercises. Foundation Training Exercises by Eric Goodman are a great support to core spinal health.
Connect with nature with some ambient sounds in the home. Purchase a few indoor plants to increase the oxygen production and reduce carbon dioxide in the home.
Use those brain cells by adding mind skills such as puzzles, crosswords or board games. Minimize television and other electronics.
Healthier eating by adventuring into new recipes and preparing shopping lists to help avoid the junk foods when shopping.
Create quiet time each day by incorporating gentle yoga (look up Sarah Beth Yoga), meditation techniques (check out Sara Lazar on TED Talks) and breathing exercises (watch techniques such as Wim Hof)
Step outside for 15-20 minutes between the 10-2 o’clock hours for some sunshine and essential vitamin D production. This is key in helping the immune system do its job of maintaining a healthy body.
Set a routine sleep schedule. A set sleep schedule will help maximize energy levels and minimize fatigue throughout the day.
FOCUS on what you can do. Your mind and body need to be active to reduce the stress and pain of cabin fever. Incorporate these tips and experience the positive benefits of an active mind and body.

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