This year, Bell Canada hosts the eighth annual “Let’s Talk” event. This social media forum covers an open and frank discussion of mental health issues. Depression is a very real issue. Additional stress factors compound the challenge.”Let’s Talk” allows Us to discuss concerns about emotional health. Because We cannot “see” depression or anxiety, many people brush it off. However, stress affects every cell in the body. In dealing with stress, examine factors contributing to emotional trauma. Identify ways to make life easier. Start now to develop a personal strategy for healing. The following article discusses how stress affects the body.
Any book written by David D. Burns may be considered an excellent resource. Dr Burns has worked extensively with patients affected with depression and anxiety, and has developed many great strategies. Below, I have included several links to His material within this article. It is crucial to seek professional guidance when You feel overwhelmed or helpless. Reach out for help. In isolation, fear and worry feed depression and anxiety.
As I started writing articles for My Blog, I discovered many Bloggers write and blog about mental health issues. Bloggers are sharing and documenting personal experience with anxiety or depression. This is a positive direction. Writing is a most powerful tool for self expression. Keeping a private journal is yet another popular approach. Artists, musicians and writers have always shared the trauma of painful experiences. Pablo Picasso’s painting “Guernica” offered a strong statement of protest after the bombing of the village Guernica, in Northern Spain in 1937. The late John Lee Hooker documented life for more than half a century with His voice, His guitar, and His songwriting. After serving as an ambulance driver in Italy, during World War I, Ernest Hemingway based the novel “A Farewell To Arms” on His wartime experience. On the journey to wellness and balance, make and find time for creative expression. This is a powerful way to express emotions, thoughts and feelings. In dealing with depression, stress, or anxiety, events contributing to emotional trauma. Here is a list which includes classic stress triggers:
- Death of a Spouse
- Divorce
- Death of a Parent
- Marriage
- Job Loss
- Pregnancy
- Birth of a Child
- Birth of Additional Children
- Problems with a Child’s Health
- Death of a Child
- Death of a Friend
- Debt
- Buying a Home
- School
- Road Rage
- Problems at Work
- Family Problems
- Illness
- Addictions
How Our Emotions Affect Our Health
In the article above, I discuss how Our Emotions affect Our health. Emotion balance is a priority to building wellness. Reiki is a gentle complimentary therapy. It is an effective tool for addressing stress issues. Reflexology is also valuable in promoting relaxation, along with improving vitality. Massage therapy, Yoga, or Qigong are other options to consider. Holistic therapies balance work to balance body, mind, and spirit. What ever story You have to tell, it is a unique part of You. For more information on complimentary therapies in Canada, or to find a professional holistic therapist in Canada, visit this link: Natural Health Practitioners Of Canada
Great article. Will have to check put those books. Have grown kids who struggle with depression thanks.
Thank you for Your feedback, Michelle. There are so many people affected by this issue.
Great article! I think it is some important for people to be open and talk about mental illness! I loved reading this!
Thank You !!! Talking is a therapy in itself.
Talking is an important step in healing.
These are great books- I recommend them frequently to people. You have compiled a lot of great tips for better self care and ward off depression. Thanks for posting!
/Thank You for Your feedback.
Great post and with lot of information for person in need
Thank You – Taking action is the first step to feeling better.
Thank you for stopping by !!!
I think it’s SO important to look at mental illness holistically. I have my qualms with the Let’s Talk campaign but it does have professionals talking. Thanks for sharing!
You are most welcome. The current strategies for mental health treatment could use an extreme make over. Many people are often over medicated . Strategies involving cognitive behavioural therapy or personal counselling are ignored.
Hi there, I’ve just read your article and was really impressed by how you discuss the way emotions affect our whole health. I love the way you mention qi gong and yoga etc, as ways to calm and balance the mind. As a Traditional Indian healer & a practicing Buddhist for many years, the issue of mind is always at the forefront of my work but one of the biggest issues arising when we talk about mind, is what actually is it? and where is it located?
On my blog I’ve presented a really interesting question for people to ponder about the nature of Mind maybe you could share your thoughts, I’d really appreciate it. Please keep your posts coming as I really love your work. Best wishes Julie
Thank You for Your feedback – Will be sure to visit Your blog soon !!!