Stress tip: get some sleep!

Have you ever heard someone say: sleep on it and you'll feel better? There actually is some merit to that statement. Stress uses energy which can make you tired. Lack of sleep is related to negative and harmful situations externally and internally. Research confirms the link between lack of sleep/insomnia and vehicle crashes, headaches, poor concentration, immune deficiency and obesity. All of these cause stress in the body (internally) but can also impact the individual externally. Daily activities including home and personal life also suffer which results in additional stress. Important responsibilities get neglected and overlooked. But you have trouble sleeping you say? Try this, exercise during the day. At least 30 minutes of exercise works wonders and will help you get to sleep, but try to avoid vigorous exercise before going to bed. Instead, try yoga, stretching or deep breathing which allow the mind and body to slow down eventually assisting in the secretion of serotonin and the onset of relaxation and sleep. How much sleep should you get? Aim for at least 8 hours. Your body will thank you for it and your stress levels will go south. You'll wake up with a clear mind, well rested and ready to face the world. Works for me. What about you? Tell me what you think.