There is a saying that says if you are not networking, you’re not working. Networking is described as an investment in your business, which can take time, but when done correctly, it can yield great results.in the years to come
The famous author and business transformational speaker Mr. Arthur Marara said this, “transactions are not made in the board room, they are only formalized there, people are not hired in the interview rooms, they are hired somewhere else, decisions are not made by people in suits, they are only formalized by them and contracts are awarded over coffee and braais.”
In short, the purpose of networking is to build or make new friends that can in the end become business partners and through this process, you can in the end make progress on your career path quickly and also open new opportunities for yourself.
Some of these things will affect you in your business and this is the reason why we should get a bit of knowledge on the importance on Social capital or networking.
Networking Improves Your Creative Intellect
A simple interaction with someone is a way that can transform a year-long research work and can result in a break through. Networking can improve your intellect through broadening your access to new and more valuable information and through exposing yourself to new people, ideas and environments, you’re also allowing yourself to be open to new opportunities that can help for cognitive growth.
Networking Can Impact Your Business or Career Positively
One of the undeniable ways in which networking can help is through impacting your business or career positively. Most experts agree that success has a direct link to your networking skills and in most cases, the most connected individuals are usually the most successful. This is because through investing in both personnel and professional relationships you are likely to get easy access to the resources that are necessary to foster your career path, hereby putting you a step ahead in life.
Can Build Confidence
Sadly most people have avoided connecting with various people because of how shy they are or in simple terms because they are introverts. However, networking is a way that can boost the confidence you have and this is because it also give you a chance to gain a status. To do this you will need to keep in touch with the right people , and these people should be people that significantly contribute to your career growth. This could boost your confidence through paving a way for greater opportunities to come your way and such opportunities could be meeting famous people that could give you advice on how best you can build your career path effectively.
Conclusion
From this we have seen that networking is a highly beneficial way to your professional development. We have also seen that the more you network, the more exposure you will have to new ideas, professional advice, support, intelligence and also strategic insights and all these resources will have the potential to impact your professional success.
All these statements symbolize the importance of networking as it is a process that can make you more versatile. Networking is a process that can make you build connections in the future and this will come with many other added advantages.
Always remember, no man is an island every man is a piece of the continent and a part of the main, meaning no one is self sufficient and everyone relies on others.
Suicide is when someone intents to end their life. This is a leading cause of death especially among children and in other cases even adults. However spotting the risk factors and the warning signs is not easy at all.
Nearly 14 people, out of the 100000 deaths died by suicide in Zimbabwe in 2019 and nearly 46000 people in the United States committed suicide in 2020 alone, which is about one death every 11 minutes in the United States.as stated by the US Centers For disease Control and prevention
Researchers have found out that nearly 800 000 people die from suicide yearly, and in 2020, there were 1.2 million suicide attempts globally. This has shown that suicide is a serious factor that needs to be taken care of before things get worse and the numbers increase.
This Article will show us some of the signs that show that someone is at risk of attempting suicide and will also give us the steps we can take to help the victims.
Behaviors To Watch
Some people might seem like their usual selves in weeks or days leading to a suicidal attempt, while others might show behavioral changes that don’t track at all with what you know about them.
Some of the behavioral red flags include giving away cherished belongings, sleeping too much or too little, withdrawing or isolating oneself, showing rage of desire to enact revenge, and acting anxious or even agitated.
Getting really intoxicated or driving recklessly could also be other signs to watch out for. Some of the reasons for them doing this could be to actually see if they can actually do it.
Concerning Comments
Talking about wanting to die– by suicide or otherwise is another warning sign that should always be taken seriously. Such comments are usually expressions of discomfort, pain, boredom or desire for closeness rather than a reflection of actually wanting to die however, these comments could actually mean that you should closely monitor the person making the comments.
Some people might say they feel like they have no reason to live and others might talk about feeling like they are a burden on those close to them and in most cases they talk about how they are not needed anymore and they feel like life was better for the people close to them if they where not available.
Mood And Other Risk Factors
Phycological factors, distressing situations or genetics can increase the likelihood of someone considering or attempting suicide.
Moods could include:
hopelessness. : they dot have a sense of the future getting better, or they feel really unable to imagine not not being in the pain they are in.
Extreme mood swings: This includes someone who’s usually stressed or depressed suddenly seems calm and cheery.
Obsessions’ with death or lethal means: some people have artistic or musical interests that are stronger or more grim than others, but if their engagement with those things surpasses what’s normal for them, then that would be concerning.
Severe physical illnesses, including chronic pain: Especially if its very difficult to treat, people can become very hopeless and in most cases they don’t want to feel the pain anymore.
Prolonged stress from other causes such as sexual harassments or even bullying.
What To do
If you know anyone showing any of the signs mentioned above, or if any of these signs resonate with you, then you will really need to seek professional help and you could do this through talking to someone you trust and also feel supported by. Other things such as psychotherapy and certain psychiatric medications can help.
If a loved one is showing signs that they might be at risk of suicide, its not really your job to predict the future, but you could be there for them through being supportive and also intentional about what’s going on with them.
In conclusion, if there is ever a time you feel suicidal, then you should always take some time to remember that there is always a way to cope with the pain so you should always make it a must to distance yourself from your thoughts and your action, and through this, suicide can be avoided.
Many people have had a hard time trying to find a suitable job that can actually cater for their needs and wants and in most cases most of these people have ended up giving up on their dream jobs because of the different economical situations the world is facing.
As a result of corruption, despite having the suitable qualifications to get their desired job most people with the qualifications have no jobs and in most cases they have jobs that don’t pay and match their study levels
What then are the best job hunting solutions you could make use of in order to get a job that can make you satisfied and also pay more in the process.
Identify Your Transferable Skills
To get a job you will need to find a job that meets and fits your qualifications, so in order to do this you will need to make a list of some of the experience, education and skills you have. This is a way that can boost your confidence since you will be highly sure of the qualities that you hold.
Networking
The most effective way to learn about careers and eventually get a job is through networking. Research has actually shown that networking has managed to lead to more jobs far more often when compared to job searching methods such as responding to posters, and sending out unsolicited resumes
Strengthen Your Online Presence
In most cases, setting up an online presence is a way that can provide information about you that is not provided on your cover letter or resume. Most of your posts can make you look confident, engaged, enthusiastic and motivated. this will also give your employee a brief view of the person you are such as your interests and hobbies hereby boosting your qualifications.
Appearance
To get an employer to realize that you’re the best fit for a certain role, then appearance is a factor that can boost the possibilities of you getting the desired job. Stats do show that presentable people have high chances of landing a job since interviewers rate presentable people more favorably. This shows that if you’re presentable then chances of you qualifying for a certain career are going to be high
Be Convincing
First step into getting a job you really desire is through being able to convince someone that you truly have something valuable to offer and this is a way that the employers can get to see if you will be able to add value in their business. From this we can get to see that if we are looking at qualifying for the job then you will need to find out the things that will get the employer convinced which will help you prove that you can actually carry out the given job
In conclusion, when you use a wide range of strategies for job hunting, you will get to increase your chances and also broaden your search to find a suitable career for you more quickly.
Traveling around the world is a way that could help you put things into perspective and can help you gain clarity on what your passion actually is. Being in different breathtaking places also has a very interesting way of making you think differently.
This was why you should visit the wonders of Zimbabwe.
Zimbabwe is a country located in Southern Africa and is well known for its dramatic landscape, and its diverse wildlife with most of it being found within parks, reserves and safari areas.
If ever you’re going to plan to visit Zimbabwe then you should expect breathtaking nature areas, highly acclaimed cultural and historical monuments and many other fascinating attractions giving you a stimulating sense of having stepped out of the map.
Lets explore the best places to visit in Zimbabwe.
Matopos
The Matopos is located south east of Bulawayo Zimbabwe and it is known for its balancing rock formations formed by river erosion and erosion of the granite plateau many of the balancing rocks are actually marked with ancient rock art and this was done by the San commonly known as the bush man around 2000 years ago. This place is also famous for the grave of the late Cecil john Rhodes who was the founder of the British colony Rhodesia. If you enjoy hiking then this place will be the best fit for you and you will also be privileged to see different types of wildlife, such as the black and white rhinos.
Chinhoyi Caves
Located in the northern central of Zimbabwe, Chinhoyi caves is a designated area managed by the Zim Parks and wildlife management authorities. This place is famous for the swallow hole, commonly known as the pool of the fallen and this was derived from an incident that took place in the 1830s, where people from the Angoni tribe where moving northwards and surprised people living near the caves and flung them into the pool. The pool is unbelievably blue and crystal clear reflecting great depth and non flowing water. Visitors can enjoy activities such as scuber diving, cave exploration and also picnics in this area.
Vumba
Straddling the border of Mozambique and Zimbabwe, the Vumba mountains are situated in the eastern highlands, south east of Mutare. This area is the best destination for a deserved break or vacation. The Vumba is capped by cool green hills sheltering lodges, casinos and one of the best hotels in Africa the Leopard rock hotel which is famous for its golf course. The hotel is also famous for its scenic botanical gardens with one of the best views in Africa.
Hwange National Park
Situated in the west of Zimbabwe, Hwange national park is the largest natural reserve in Zimbabwe covering up to 14 600 square km in area. This place offers excellent wildlife viewing and its grassland and mopane woods are home to large elephant herds, lions and the African wild dogs. At last count, Hwange national park had more than 40000 elephants and these numbers are set to increase as anti poaching programmes are ramped up.
The Great Zimbabwe National Monument
Situated in the south eastern hills of Zimbabwe Great Zimbabwe is known for its large circular and wall tower. The site protects the remains of Great Zimbabwe which was the heart of a trading empire from the 11th to the 15th generation. Tourists can be interested in the Hill complex, the great enclosure and the museum which holds a number of interesting artifacts.
Mana Pools
This place is found in he far north of Zimbabwe and also includes the south banks and islands of the Zambezi river, which forms the border with Zambia. Despite being underdeveloped, you can get to see large populations of elephants, hippos and Nile crocodiles that gather at sunrise in the long pool making this place a top Tier game viewing destination. You can also get to see lions wait for prey around a waterhole named Chitake spring giving you unforgettable memories.
The Mount Nyangani
Formerly known as Mount Inyangani, Mount Nyangani is located within Nyanga national park in the Nyanga district and it is about 10km north west of Mutare. Mount Nyangani is the highest mountain in Zimbabwe at 2592m. The summit lies atop a small outcrop of rock around 40m above the surrounding areas. Close to mount Nyangani is Nyanga national park and if you’re really willing to get a taste of the African Safari then this will be best place. In the national park you can get to find many rare creatures such as the Simango monkey and also other wild animals such as the lions and the mighty leopards.
Lake Kariba
Lake Kariba is the largest man-made lake in the world in terms of volume. This lake stretches over 220km in length and 40 km in width. Constructed in 1959, this lake is found North east of Victoria falls and is known as one of the best places in the world to catch the tiger fish. Islands are also found in the lake and they offer abundant opportunities for game viewing with islands such as the Matusadona National Park offering wildlife such as elephants and impalas etc. If ever your going to need a unique place to relax, then this place is a must visit. You can also get to relax and witness the famous sunset and also the thrilling sounds of nature surrounding you.
The Victoria Falls
Mosi-oa-tunya! the smoke that thunders. The Victoria Falls is one of Zimbabwe’s must see places. Situated in Zimbabwe’s far west corner, the Victoria falls is Zimbabwe’s most popular holiday resort. This place is the largest single curtain of flowing water and you can get to see the water cascading drastically off its black rocks in plumes of smoke and mist. You can also get to experience exhilarating adventure, such as the bungee jumping, and the flight of angels which is considered an activity for the brave. Just like the Niagara falls this place offers a spectacle view that can never be forgotten
Focus and simplicity once you get there, you can move mountains and the key to success is through focusing on the goals and not the obstacles.
For the past few days, the story of Malume has been trending all over social media and most people have been laughing and they have never seemed to think of the lessons they can learn from the trending Video of Malume who managed to swim 25 meters and also finish the race he had started.
What then are some of the lessons we can get to learn from this trending video?
Discipline- Malume did not give up on what he had started but he fought up until the end of the race and we could also do the same through finishing what we have started and being consistent right till the end.
Keep Pushing- In order for us to become experts at anything, there are times we are going to fall dismally, but like Malume we always need to give everything our all and keep pushing till we reach our goals and targets.
Be Objective- An objective is a specific commitment to achieve a measurable result and the video clearly shows us how Malume managed to be objective through find ways he could finish the race he had started. We too can get to learn from this through finding the best possible ways to achieve our dreams.
Never Quit- Finishing what you have started will bring so much joy to your life when compared to quitting. Quitting will actually bring you so much regret for the rest of your life. So like Malume, no matter how hard it gets we will need to soldier on to achieve the things we want.
. Family Is Precious- If you managed to see the video of Malume there was someone cheering up on him in the background. From the person cheering up we can get to learn that family is precious and we need those people to keep us going in whatever we’re going to be doing because in the end, love conquers all.
Do not worry about what others think- In life there will always be people that want to see you fail simply because they never succeeded. But like Malume, at times you need to do whatever you have to do for the benefit of you and you should never fear being yourself.
Rest- in the video Malume took some time to rest before he finished his race and from this we can learn that sometimes, the best solution is to rest and recharge and not quit in order for us to finish what we have started. so even if you’re going out of the road, stop, breathe and hit the road again.
Enjoy- Malume got to enjoy himself and we can get to follow that through enjoying whatever we do and in the end there will always be victory in Participation so in whatever you do, enjoy the moment.
Always Be Brave- Malume might have never tried swimming in his life, and even though he knew that he could not swim he was brave enough to swim in front of an audience and he did just fine. we too can follow Malume’s bravery and you will never know , those fears could turn into passions
Focus- Malume finished the race and he was not distracted by the empty lane that was next to his, or his swimming disability but he focused on his goal. the same can go to each one of us, at time our mates can be ahead of us in life or achievements, but we should never allow that to distract us and make us lose focus. We need to focus on our goals and ambitions. Like Malume we should always strive to do things at our own pace, at our own time and in our own lane.
In he end we need to focus on us and may we always Malume our way through life!
“Do not save what is left after spending but spend what is left after saving.” This was a famous quote by Warren Buffet showing the importance of saving money. This quote basically means that you should always reserve your savings out of your earnings and the balance from the money left should cover you expenses.
What then is the importance of saving money?
Saving money, will allow you to enjoy greater security in your life as you have money set aside for emergencies that could happen or any unexpected events. Saving money is also vital as it allows you to plan your short term goals such as travelling in the future or even buying a new phone giving you the opportunity to enjoy a high quality life.
The best time to save money is right now and we’re going to give you a realistic strategy and some of the straight forward ways you could use in order to save your earnings and get to enjoy a highly secure life.
The 30 Day Rule
This is a rule that cuts down on things that are simply wanted but are not necessary. Instead of spending money on a want or something you may not need, this method will allow you to take 30 days to think about it and if you still want the to make the purchase you can do so after the 30 days. This is a way that makes you reduce your impulse spending and get to increase your savings allowing you to control your spending and make the right financial choices.
Cut Down On Take outs.
This could be through reducing the amount of packaged meals and making an effort to eat home made meals. If you think about it, if you use $10 on a pizza every week, this would mean that you actually use $520 a year and this could be money used for other necessities so instead of going out once a week you could plan to go out once every month and in the end you end up using only $120.making you save $400 in a year.
Lower The Amount Of Energy Used
This could be through turning off all the appliances such as televisions and stoves when they are not in use. Another way could be through being eco friendly and this could be done though using solar energy for different purposes such as use of the geyser or solar lighting system and this is a way that will save you on the energy bill as you will get to pay less.
Avoiding Debt
Without debt you will get to benefit from more savings as you’re not going to be paying interests or extra money for the debts you would have taken. This will be important since financial security is increased and you will also reduce the amount of stress you have benefiting your health.
Compare Prices Before Making Major Purchases
If you’re going to be shopping, be it wholesale or retail, you will need to consider setting aside some time to compare different prices for the products or services you’re looking for since prices vary in different places. This will give you value for your money and is also a way that will make sure that you get the best possible deal on the items that you would wish to purchase allowing you to find the item you want at the best price and saving you more money that could be used in the future.
Set Saving Goals
If you really want to be a better saver of money, then you should really consider setting saving goals and ways in which you will get to meet those goals. Some of the goals could include, saving for big purchases, setting a savings deadline, and setting the amount of money you’re going to be saving or percentage of money to save in a given period of time. this will enable you to save cash on the things that will help you the most.
Stay within Your Spending Limits
Mindless spending with no boundaries can result in you going over your budget and also lead to you being broke. Adding a restriction on the amount you spend is a great way of saving money as you can budget it on the more important stuff. Setting spending limits will be a good thing as it allows us to stay within our budget hereby reducing the chances of borrowing money after we have exceeded our budget.
Conclusion
A simple way to plan for unforeseen events could be through saving money and this could give you somewhere to start when an unforeseen event such as losing your job or even a natural disaster is to take place. To save money you could open up a savings account or you could even buy a safe to keep the money you would want to save for future generations. The other way could also be through following this piece of advice on the tips on how to save money.
Warren Buffet once said, “if your salary is your only source of income, then you’re one step away from poverty.” If you actually get some time to think about this quote you will get to realize how true the statement is. Think about it, if you do not have a side hustle or anything that sustains you besides your salary then what are you going to survive on if you’re to lose your job.
Automation has caused many people to lose their jobs and your job could be the next one at risk. This is the time to start a side hustle that can sustain you and your family when unplanned things such as losing your job take place.
What then are the side hustles you can start to get to earn more money?
This article will get to give you 5 side hustles that require less capital and can lead to high cash flow giving you a step ahead in life.
One side hustle you can start at the comfort of your own home could be starting your own blog. This has a low start up cost, and it can actually be highly profitable. For example, In India it is said that the highest paid blogger can earn up to $10 000 every month. Blogging will also get to allow you to build and control your own online identity and it has actually emerged as a serious profession for other people in different countries meaning you too can actually take it as a serious profession.
Another side hustle you could probably start could be starting a food business wherever you reside. A reason why you can never go wrong with food is because each and every person wants to eat and food is actually a necessity or need to the human body meaning if you’re to sell food then the chances of building a large customer base and making high profits are very high. However if you are going to consider starting a food business then you will need to make sure that you a selling it in a clean environment as this is the main factor that attracts customers. Examples of food outlets you could start with could include restaurants or even a fast food outlet at a place that many people pass through.
We all have that one skill that we are good at. Charlotte Whitton once said we all have ability but the only difference is how we use it.
How then can we make use of our skills or gifts and also get to earn more money in the process? One way that could also be a profession could be online tutoring. For example if you’re really good at knitting then you could start a knitting class online where you actually teach your students different methods of knitting or any other skill you might have. Through this, you can actually get to make money through charging a certain amount to teach the students the skill you have.
Becoming a virtual assistant is another way you can make money and a virtual assistant is someone that specializes in officering administrative services to different clients. This can be done through scheduling meetings, appointments, bookings etc. for certain people that require such services the advantage of this could be that you can get to do it for more than 1 person which is a way that could improve the income you get and can also be taken as a part time job.
Buying and selling products through different online shops is another one of the side hustles that could make you earn more money easily. Such e-commerce shops include amazon, Alibaba eBay etc. and this could be done through buying certain products and selling them at a higher price or with an added mark up. this could lead to high profits if you are to find the products that people really need.
There are many other opportunities out there and most of them do not come knocking at the door, so in order to get more opportunities build a door and the opportunities will come knocking.
You probably know that for years, I-phone and Samsung have been known as the giants of the smart phone world. It has always been a tough debate on the comparison of the two phones since both tech companies are highly innovative and they both apply their innovation priorities differently.
So how then can you make the logical choice between I-phone or Samsung and get to choose the best between these two global giants?
we all know that I-phone ahs enjoyed more praise than their counterparts in terms of phone quality. However, in terms of camera quality, Samsung has always been believed to have the better camera between the two.
In this article we are going to examine a few features on each of the two phones and we will get to come up with a conclusion on which phone is best.
Camera comparison
The I phone is said to have a great camera which produces vibrant and sharp images however, Samsung has always been able to up its game significantly and the galaxy phones are believed to have more versatile cameras compared to the i phone camera. It is also believed that the galaxy phones have a greater zoom capability when compared to the I-phone. from this comparison we get to see that the Samsung camera is ahead and way better than the apple camera.
Durability.
the Allstate Protection Plans carried out an experiment on the latest Galaxy phone S22 ultra and the latest Apple phone the I phone 13. This experiment was meant to test out the phone that is most durable between the two and from this test it was realized that the Samsung was more prone when dropped when compared to the I phone. this statement shows’ that I phones have a better longevity when compared to the Samsung since the Samsung can break on its first fall. the iPhones are also believed to last longer when compared to the Samsung phones since stats do say I phones last for more than 6 years and Samsung does not last for more than 4 years. From this we can see that if you are looking for durability then I-phone is the way to go.
User friendly
Both phones have been battling it out to provide their users with the best user friendly experience. Certain people have different beliefs and this could really differ with the person and their ability to carry out certain tasks. However, there is no doubt that apple is way easier and straight forward when compared to Samsung which is a little bit complicated when it comes to customization. Forbes also ranks the I-phone as the number 1 most friendly smartphone for the elderly making it easier for any other younger person.
Affordability
Choosing and weighing up the benefits against the more affordable phone is not easy and in 2021 Samsung proved to be the more expensive brand costing a hundred dollars more than the I-phone as stated by the PCmag. however, differing from the I phone Samsung is however able to cater for different markets in the world as it makes a variety of phone for example the A series.
Battery life
Whilst I phone battery’s are power efficient, the Samsung battery tends to last longer and also the Samsung has a faster charging speed when compared to the I-phone.
Conclusion
From this short analysis we got to see that both phones have truly remarkable features and both companies provide incredible benefits to their customers that benefit them in ways that differ. However, when you’re looking for a better phone between the two you will have to specify what it is that you’re looking for. for example, if you are looking for durability then the I-phone will be the best choice. However if you are looking for high picture quality then the Samsung will be the best choice.
In recent years teenagers’ have faced many obstacles in their daily lives and some of these obstacles have caused serious mental illnesses and depression, with technology being the main factor for these challenges and amplifying the struggles young people face.
On the 31st of March 2017 Netflix released a series entitled 13 reasons why. This series was about a high school teenager that died through committing suicide. The reasons for her committing suicide are outlined in the tapes that are mailed between the people she felt where involved in her decision to kill herself. This series is a piece of evidence that really shows us that teenagers really go through a lot in their day to day lives. It also shows us the ways in which adults’ can positively change the way teenagers are treated and also the way in which they feel.
What then are the challenges these teenagers face in their day to day lives?
This article will give us an outline on the the things young adults go through and possible ways they can overcome these challenges.
What is it that teenagers go through?
In this crazy world, teenagers face a lot of uphill battles and some of the battles they have faced have lead to depression and eventually lead to them committing suicide.
Some of the challenges these young adults have faced include having a a low self esteem and being ashamed of their body image. This has been triggered mainly by the people they spend most of their time with and in most cases their colleagues. This has led to most of them being afraid of being around people and they often tend to want to be alone in most situations. Being alone has also caused them to overthink on certain things and has resulted in them having social problems and also the teenagers thinking the whole world is against them and this has led to mental illnesses and in most cases death.
bullying is a form of the traumatic events teens go throughThe other things teenagers face could be traumatic events and these could include the loss of someone they truly loved or even an act of violence against them such as rape or even bullying. This has led to long lasting emotional effects and has also increased stress and anxiety on the victims.
These factors have had secondary effects on teenagers and in most cases research has shown that emotional and physiological damage has caused inappropriate behaviors, such as low commitment to academics, drinking alcohol and taking drugs. This has led to disruption of normal growth and in most cases it has led to increased risks of suicide and homicide.
Pressure from social media has also resulted in teenagers thinking they are not worthy enough and in most cases they have believed the unrealistic lives of people that portray a “perfect life” on social media and this has resulted in them thinking their life is not worthy and that they are the only ones living a miserable life.
What then are the ways in which teenagers can be helped in order to reduce the pressure they put on themselves and get to live a happy life?
Some of the most important things required by a teenager include trust, respect and authority through this they get to have a feeling of being wanted or being loved. Another way could be through gently talking to them and showing compassion through encouraging them and reassuring them that you totally understand what they go through.
Spending time with them and building positive relationships is also a good way to keep them distracted from certain things that could result in depression and through this, happiness and well being is promoted. This could result in them having a strong and active social life hereby reducing chances of depression.
spending time with teenagers can make them feel loved.
To conclude, teenagers really go through a lot in their day to day lives and most of the things they go through have secondary effects such as depression and could also make them face social problems with other people leading to suicidal thoughts. However, parents and guardians need to understand the pressures these young adults go through and also set some time to spend with them as this is a way that can make the feel loved and also get to give them a sense of belonging.
Stress is described as a feeling of emotional or physical tension. It can also be described as your body’s reaction to a certain challenge or even demand. Some of the causes of stress include emotions, anxiety, grief or even other traumatic events such as accidents, rape or an act of violence against you.
Stress can also cause some problems and in some cases it can lead to death. Some of the physical problems it can cause include headaches, high blood pressure, chest pain and lack of sleep.
Stress also has other emotional problems and some of the problems include depression, panic attacks and other forms of anxiety and worry.
In some cases, stress has caused other victims to commit suicide and in other cases, most people have suffered from mental illnesses.
How then can we reduce the amount of stress and get to live a stress free life.
This article will give you six easy ways to live a life without stress.
Exercise
One way in which stress can be reduced is through exercise. And exercise could be through taking regular walks, running and even carrying out other activities that include movement of the body such as swimming etc.
Exercising can have many benefits and some of the benefits include reduced levels of body stress hormones such as adrenaline and cortisol.
Another way it can help could be through reducing depression and improving the cognitive function.
Physical activity can also result in your body creating endorphins and these are natural chemicals in the body that act as natural pain killers hereby resulting in improved ability to sleep.
Spent time with Friends and Family
Staying alone all the time can be harmful and in some cases it can even trigger unnecessary thoughts that can boost someone’s stress. and through this we can clearly see that one way to reduce stress could be through spending time with friends and family.
One advantage of this is that spending time with friends and family is a way that could boost your happiness and also reduce stress. Other secondary benefits of connecting with people could include improved self confidence and self worth, helping you cope with different traumatic events that might have taken place in the past.
Connecting with different people can also help you have an improved social interaction with different people and can also help you substantially through the provision of strong support networks.
Go out more often and find peace.
Studies have proved that going out more often lowers the levels of cortisol and this is a hormone that is a marker for stress.
It can also help your body through boosting the immune system hereby helping you battle effects of stress like depression.
Worry less and keep calm.
Excessive worrying can cause excessive thoughts and this could trigger unnecessary pressure on the body.
There is a saying that says you can’t change what’s going on or what’s going to happen but, you can change your thoughts or perception on the things that have happened. One way this could be done is through looking at the good side of everything and focusing on the good things. This can motivate you to take action and will also help you create a better appreciation for the positive experiences in your life, hereby reducing feelings of anger and emotion.
Be Satisfied with what you have.
Don’t put pressure on yourselfBeing satisfied is described as being pleased or content with what has been received or experienced and through being satisfied you are guaranteed of having less stress.
Some advantages of being satisfied or content could include peace of minds which will hereby assist in growth and self improvement.
Other benefits could also include happiness which will help you combat stress more effectively.
Eat Healthy
healthy food means a healthy life leading to a stress free life.
Eating healthy is described as following a healthy routine or eating pattern that includes nutritional foods and drinks.
Through eating healthy, your body is provided with the necessary energy that is needed to help you cope with stressful events, hereby regulating the stress levels.
Conclusion
From this article, we have seen the benefits of carrying out certain activities in order to reduce stress and some of the ways we have seen include physical exercise which can help you through improving your mood and distracting you from worries and tension.
As statistics say, stress is among America’s 5 main causes of death and stats also say 5 million deaths are attributed from stress related issues worldwide each year and this shows how much we need to pay attention to the things that help reduce stress in order for each one of us to live a stress free life.
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