Most Americans Are Stressed

The majority of Americans experience Symptoms of Stress, according to a report, Stress in America, released this spring by the American Psychological Association.  Sixty-seven percent of people report experiencing emotional symptoms related to stress, while 72 percent report experiencing physical symptoms of stress.

Specific symptoms reported include:
  • Irritable or angry – 41%
  • Lack of interest or energy – 39%
  • Nervous or anxious – 37%
  • Overwhelmed – 37%
  • Fatigued – 37%
  • Depressed or Sad – 36%
  • As if they could cry – 30%
  • Upset stomach or indigestion – 24%
  • from Massage Magazine, Issue 217, June 2014

 

Are You One of Those Stressed Out People?

If so, how do you Combat Stress?  There are many things you can do:
  • Meditate
  • Exercise
  • Get a Massage
  • Go to The Beach
  • Lay Outside on the Grass
  • Take Supplements/Herbs
  • Play with Children
Change up your stressful situation, and try doing something fun.  Here’s a hint – go grab your BillyStix and Workout!