DR. PRANAV PANDYA Head : All World Gayatri Pariwar
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DR. PRANAV PANDYAHead : All World Gayatri PariwarDirector : Brahamvarchas Research Institute, Chancellor : Dev Sanskriti UniversityShantikunj, Haridwar, Himalayasemail : shantikunj@awgp.org
New Light onStress Management
Qimonda: Company Name
Qimonda
“Flowing or breathing energy”
“Key” and “Mundus” – “key to the world”
– What is Stress– How it originates– Types of Stress– Symptoms– Self-Analysis– Practical tips– Lead a more balanced lifestyle
In the next 60 minutes
- Personal- Memory- Concentration- Learning- Health- Depression
- Work Place- Performance- Productivity- Relationships- Job Satisfaction
Stress in Our Lives
• A Natural Mechanism• Requires Constant Management• Critical for Survival
Complete Freedom from Stress is : DEATH
How Stress Originates …
Body (Branches)
Mind (Trunk)
Moral Values (Root)
Types of Stress
• Constructive Stress (Eustress)• Destructive Stress (Distress)• Short Term (Acute) • Long Term (Chronic)
How does it originate?-
Signals and Symptoms
Please see the given Handout-
Self Analysis - Overview
Burn Out Stress Syndrome (BOSS)
FIVE STAGES OF BOSS1. Honeymoon
2. Fuel Shortage
3. Chronic Symptoms
4. Crisis
5. Losing the Marathon
A Debilitating Psychological Condition Brought About By Unrelieved Work Stress
1. Honeymoon : Initial euphoria, habits are spoiled.
2. Fuel Shortage:Depletion of energy, Fatigue, Insomnia, Escape activities.
3. Chronic Symptoms: More fatigue, Ailments like IHD, Irritable bowel, Fibromyalgia, Bronchial asthma, Peptic ulcer & Depression.
Burn Out Stress Syndrome (BOSS)
4. Crisis: Pessimistic outlook, Enhanced anxiety, Doubts about own capabilities, Escape mentality - Tension headache, Chronic backache, Hypertension, Sleep disturbances.
5. Hitting The Wall: Losing The Marathon. Collapse.
Burn Out Stress Syndrome (BOSS)
Stress Symptoms
Early Symptoms Nervous Reflexes IllnessesStomach upsets Biting nails Asthma
Headaches Clenching fist Migraine
Rashes Grinding teeth Digestive disorders
Backpain Picking at skin Skin disorders
Insomnia Hunching shoulders Sexual disorders
PhysicalBiting NailsClenching FistsGrinding JawsDrumming FingersTapping FeetHunching Shoulders
MentalDepressionProcrastinationNegative thinkingJealousyTwo Jobs at the Same time
EmotionalAnxietyHelplessnessHopelessnessFrustrationAnger
SocialHostility towards othersAggressionFinding faults in peersPointing fingers
Physical Symptoms
Biting Nails, Clenching Fists, Clenching JawsDrumming FingersGrinding TeethHunching ShouldersPicking At Facial SkinTapping FeetTwo Jobs At a TimeTouching Hair Often
Mental SymptomsDepression
Procrastination
Negative thinking
Jealousy
Two Jobs at the Same time
Mood Signals
Biting Nails, Clenching Fists, Clenching JawsDrumming FingersGrinding TeethHunching ShouldersPicking At Facial SkinTapping FeetTwo Jobs At A TimeTouching Hair OftenToo Hurried Or Loud TalkingToo Conscious About Being On Time
Stress Proofing Your Lifestyle
• Change in dietary pattern: Tryptophan Rich Food
• Proper reading habits / Self- Introspection
• Music Therapy
• Social Service• Build a support system
– People who listen– Journal to Express yourself– Think and speak positively– Keep your sense of humor
Strategies and Techniques
1) Pranayam – Increasing Prana and Qi through the breath
2) Yoga – A means for physical, mental growth
3) Meditation – Accessing & Awakening Inner Strength
Awaken Inner Strength and Reduce Stress
Pranayam: Breathing exercise
Importance of Breath
• Key Factor in determining lifespan
• Can regulate balance between bothhemispheres of the brain
• Proper Oxygenation of the blood
Importance of Breathing -1
Long Life As per Scientist Jacktluva, the more an organism breathes per minute, the shorter the lifespan.
Lives Breaths per Minute Lifespan (years)
Pigeon 37 8Dog 28 13Horse 18 50Human Being 16 78Elephant 11 100Snake 7 120Turtle 4 150
Importance of Breathing -2Balance between the right and left hemispheres in the brain
• Left Nostril is connected with the Right Brain (Creativity, Emotions)• Right Nostril is connected with the Left Brain (Logical, Critical Reasoning)• Balanced breath nourishes both sides of the brain• An imbalance typically takes away from optimal functioning of the brain
Practical Tips – Pranayam
Relaxation Breathing Exercise
“SoHum” Technique: Demonstration
• The sound of breath is similar to that of So-Hum,‘Soo’ on the inhale, and ‘Humm’ on the exhale.
Benefits of this breathing technique:• Slows down the breath• Removes negative or unnecessary chatter in the
mind• Relaxes any nervous energy
Practical Tips – Pranayam
Calming the mind“OM” Breathing Exercise: Demonstration
Benefits of this technique:• Quiets and calms the mind• Develops the ability to concentrate and focus• Drives energy to the body as well as the mind(removes sluggishness)
Importance of Yoga
• Classical practice for self-improvement
• Time-tested method (over 5000 years) for leading
one’s life
• Inner cleansing as opposed to outer cleaning
• Aging Better
• Inner Peace
Practical Tips
Yoga stretches for Arms and Hands
Benefits of this technique:• Relieves tension and stress in fingers• Alleviates muscle injuries in the hands from keyboard usage
One of the Major causes of Stress is : incoherency of thoughts mainly due to lack of righteous aims and ideals in life
Meditation takes us on an inward journey that bridge the gap between thoughts and Establishes a conscious contact with the creative energy of life itself.
Stress & Meditation
During meditation, the body gains a state of profound rest.
At the same time, the brain and mind become more alert, indicating a state of restful alertness
Reversal of stress through Meditation
Meditation creates a unique hypo metabolic state, in which the metabolism is in an even deeper state of rest than during sleep.
During sleep, oxygen consumption drops by 8 percent, but during meditation, it drops by 10 to 20 percent.
Meditation is the only activity that reduces blood lactate, a marker of stress and anxiety.
Scientific Research
Benefits of Meditation
1• Enhanced memory
2• Muscular relaxation
3• Mental equipoise
4• Inner calmness
5• Increased awareness
6• Cheerfulness all the time
8• Behavioural modification
9• A cleanser of our mental garbage.
It gives relief from mental constipation.
Select something to focus upon:
* Rising Sun
• A candle flame
• Peaceful location
*Focus on your breath by counting
each inhalation and exhalation.
How to Meditate
Evaluate your Lifestyle
Examine your beliefs
Manage your time
Be a Daily Visionary
Live in the Present
Live with Integrity
Balanced Life
• Recognize your stress signals and symptoms
• Use practical tools and techniques to relieve stress
• Find way to improve your overall lifestyle
• Stress Log: Assess your levels of stress monthly and try use these techniques and tips to help you relieve stress. (Handouts)
Start Taking Charge Today
Daily Stress Log - Sample…
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