Mind-Body Connection and Managing Stress

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Explore the mind-body connection, symptoms of stress, physical effects on various body systems, and strategies to reduce and manage stress. Learn about mindfulness and its impact on overall well-being. Discover the difference between mindfulness and mindlessness.

  • Mind-Body Connection
  • Stress Management
  • Mindfulness
  • Symptoms of Stress
  • Wellness

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  1. The Mind-Body Connection Lisa Washurn, DrPH, Assistant Professor - Health

  2. What Is Stress? It depends No single definition Chronic

  3. Symptoms of Stress Gritting, grinding teeth Neck ache, back pain Jaw clenching Ringing, buzzing or popping sounds Problems swallowing Dry mouth Frequent colds, infections Heartburn, stomach pain Constipation Difficulty breathing, frequent sighing Diarrhea Excess anxiety, worry, nervousness, guilt Difficulty concentrating

  4. Physical Effects of Stress Nervous system Musculoskeletal system Respiratory system Cardiovascular system Endocrine system Gastrointestinal system Reproductive system

  5. Nervous System

  6. Musculoskeletal System

  7. Respiratory System

  8. Cardiovascular System

  9. Endocrine System Blood Sugar Stress! Insulin Cortisol

  10. Gastrointestinal System

  11. Reproductive System

  12. Stress Reduce Manage

  13. Mindfulness The awareness that emerges through paying attention on purpose, in the present moment, and non-judgmentally to the unfolding of experience moment to moment. ~ Kabat-Zinn, 2003 Mindlessness

  14. Mindfulness vs. Mindlessness Mindfulness Mindlessness A practice A state of mind Distractedness Inattention Lack of engagement Attention Awareness Focus Presence

  15. Practicing Mindfulness

  16. Breath

  17. Raisin Meditation

  18. Meditation is like training a puppy

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