If you claim that you’ve never been under any stress your entire life, you gotta be kidding!
In the medical profession, it’s unbelievable the amount of effect that stress causes. I’ve seen patients with diseases attributable simply to the stress they are under - jobs, family, career, relationships. I’ve also found that just curing the disease ain’t enough. I’ve had many patients carrying the disease in their hearts long after it has been cured.
I handle a lot of children in my profession and have been surprised at the number of children with depression/hatred/insecurity. This is mostly due to school pressure, over-concerned parents, peer pressure.
If you read the other reviews, you’ll find many ways to beat stress- exercise, meditation, healthy food.etc.
Yes, they play an important role in living a less-stressed life.
Well, I’d like to stress on(pun not intended!) one aspect that has helped me stay calm under stress - whether it is an interview, awaiting results, or those tense moments when we are reviving a new-born baby.
It’s called PRAYER and trust me. it works wonders.
My faith in Prayer comes from my Christian background.
Now when I say prayer, I don’t just mean mumbling a few words under your breath as the sweat drips down your forehead! I believe my prayer life stems from a deep faith in Jesus and When I say prayer it means for me to share a relationship with Him. Prayer should come from the heart.not just empty words that mean nothing!
I pray whenever I expect a tough situation. I believe that prayer is not a last option.it’s the first!
And when unexpected situations strike me, prayer is a source of strength and comfort!
In today’s world people think of scientific, easy ways out of situations and prayer seems old-fashioned. Lemme assure you that God is eternal and Prayer will work forever!
Another thing that is of great use is to know that someone is praying for me. Exams, interviews, grief. all of them are less stressful when you know your parents/ friends are supporting you in prayer. It really uplifts me when someone comes upto me and says’Benji, I’m praying for you!’.
Prayer is what I’d recommend to you if you are under stress. And while you’re at it, help relieve someone else’s stress and pray for them!
To wind up, I must mention that I have opted to mention just one way to beat stress which I have found very useful!
Don’t forget to be happy and exercise.blah.blah.blah!
God Bless Ya!