It's the holiday season, which means lots of activities, gatherings, and fun - but this time of year can also be stressful! Many people underestimate just how stressed out they are from November to January. While spending time with family and friends and enjoying celebratory meals or events certainly brings a sense of joy, it may also come with feelings of overwhelm, guilt, and even sadness. One of the best things you can do to combat this is manage stress by taking time for self-care. Don't forget to schedule time to decompress. And while you're at it, schedule an appointment at Organic Mechanics for some stress-relieving manual therapy.
Stick To A Routine
One of the major reasons we shifted to a monthly membership program was to encourage our patients to make taking better care of themselves more routine. After all, routine can be incredibly helpful during stressful times. When life seems busy, resist the urge to drop seemingly frivolous activities like self-care. We know it's easy to put your needs on the back burner, but the truth is that by abandoning your routine, your body perceives the unpredictability as stress. During the holidays, it's especially important to keep up with your normal exercise, diet, and bodywork appointments as all of these play a critical role in your mental health.
After all, routine can be incredibly helpful during stressful times.
How Can NMT Help You Manage Stress?
Stress isn't just something we feel in our brain, it actually translates into physical symptoms like neck pain, back pain, or headaches. Your muscles tighten in response to stress, which your body sees as protection against harm. Studies show that bodywork like NMT can help to "reset" the nervous system, reducing symptoms of anxiety and depression as well as releasing bound fascia and tight muscles. These effects last some time after treatment, and regular (weekly or twice a week) sessions can help you maintain that relaxed state.
Let one of your New Year's resolutions be to take care of your health - both mentally and physically. Our flexible plans and short sessions make it easy to fit into your routine. Get started with us today!
