Take Steps to Manage Your Stress & Protect Your Heart! | Wright Brothers Contracting

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately 735,000 people living in the United States suffer a heart attack every year. One of the biggest causes of heart disease? Stress!

That’s why our team at Wright Brothers Contracting wants to take time during American Heart Month to offer some suggestions on how you can take your stress level down a few notches!

Coping With Stress in a Heart-healthy Way

Let’s face it—we all have stressful days. Whether caused by work or our personal lives, stress can always find a way into our lives. That’s a reality, but it’s how we handle that stress that ultimately matters.

For starters, you need to explore what your stressors are. While some stressful events cannot be predicted, other stressors can, especially if they occur frequently. When those stressors occurred, how did you handle the situations? Think through your common stressors and how you react to them. How can you handle them better?

Second, if you react negatively—say by stress-eating—find a healthier reaction. For instance, instead of immediately going into stress mode and yelling and screaming, use exercise as a stress buster instead. In fact, regular physical activity can actually help you manage the effects of stress during the course of a week. Aim for 150 minutes of moderate physical activity, which you can fit in with just more than 20 minutes per day.

Finally, learn how to relax. When the stress is beginning to get the best of you, take deep breaths and meditate. Or go for a walk, take a 20-minute break and listen to some soothing music, read a book, or take a bath. Know which activities are calming for your mind and body—and when you begin to feel stressed, head to your comfort zone.

Does a certain project have you stressing out? Don’t let it. Instead, let the Wright Brothers Contracting team handle the job from start to finish so that you can focus on other things.