A primarily physical response, the psychological perception of pressure that the body responding to any kind of demand or threat - STRESS.
For the past 5 months of this year, I experienced a kind of stress backup with anxiety, wherein I sense that my body is in danger - whether it's real or from my imagination. Sounds alarming indeed, but need to gear up rapidly and automatically go back to my senses again --- a fight-or-flight reaction.
To some degree, stress is part of everyday life and if you cannot control it you are in great danger. This is how crucial STRESS is when ANXIETY kicks in, you cannot control your emotions that is why it needs MONITORING.
According to experts, unmanaged stress symptoms can affect your mind, body, thoughts, feelings and behavior, and can lead to serious physical repercussions. Luckily, we have better and modern technology today that we can self-help and manage stress and anxiety on daily basis by downloading apps in our smartphones. BTW, these apps are not intended to substitute for medical advice. It is still best to seek and consult for medical advice from healthcare professional.
Here are some FREE APPS you need to try:
1. CALM
For the past 5 months of this year, I experienced a kind of stress backup with anxiety, wherein I sense that my body is in danger - whether it's real or from my imagination. Sounds alarming indeed, but need to gear up rapidly and automatically go back to my senses again --- a fight-or-flight reaction.
To some degree, stress is part of everyday life and if you cannot control it you are in great danger. This is how crucial STRESS is when ANXIETY kicks in, you cannot control your emotions that is why it needs MONITORING.
According to experts, unmanaged stress symptoms can affect your mind, body, thoughts, feelings and behavior, and can lead to serious physical repercussions. Luckily, we have better and modern technology today that we can self-help and manage stress and anxiety on daily basis by downloading apps in our smartphones. BTW, these apps are not intended to substitute for medical advice. It is still best to seek and consult for medical advice from healthcare professional.
Here are some FREE APPS you need to try:
1. CALM
The speaker voice helps you more relax. And it guide you with meditation with just a click of a button.
2. RELAX SPA MUSIC - Relaxing Music for Stress Relief. Music for Spa, Relaxation, Meditation, and Peace of Mind.
- FREE
- Available: ANDROID
More on relaxing music that will keep you refresh and have that peace of mind. This app is the main music ambiance in most of the spa lounge.
3. PACIFICA - Stress & Anxiety
A daily tools for stress and anxiety alongside a supportive community. This will help keep track your mood on what's going on day to day and why you're feeling a certain way. It also have a guided deep breathing.
So far these are my Top 3 apps that always helpful. As I said, I've been through a hard time recently and these apps really been helpful to get me over the bad thoughts and feelings. I'm becoming more focused, mindful and present. These are all great tools to have and use alone or in conjunction with counselling and other treatments.
All are highly recommended!
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