‘Tis the season to be jolly. Fa la la la la… Let’s bring on that holiday cheer. Are you feeling it?
The holidays can be stressful, draining, and overwhelming. For some, expectations can be unobtainable. Between social events with friends, family, and colleagues, and managing day-to-day responsibilities, finding time to stay balanced and healthy can be tricky. Yet, it should still be high on the list.
Not getting adequate sleep, consuming excess alcohol, failing to stay dehydrated, and not eating well can be a slippery slope leading to more anxiety, stress, and depression. This year has provided extra distress with the drama on the political side of things. Getting outside for some fresh air is important. Don’t let the cooler temperatures keep you in more than necessary. Get out and enjoy some holiday lights, take some long walks, disconnect from mundane anxiety.
Acupuncture can offer a safe and effective way to balance and regulate mood and assist the body in adjusting to life’s stressors, actually affecting stress hormones. Acupuncture has been shown to activate the body’s natural opioid system that can reduce pain and help sleep patterns. This ancient form of treatment can stimulate the hypothalamus and pituitary gland, impacting numerous body systems. Acupuncture can create a change in the secretion of neurotransmitters and neurohormones, positively influencing the brain.
Acupuncture this time of the year can be especially helpful, physically, emotionally, and mentally. Try some weekly appointments, or even just a strategic few to get you through the sparkling season ahead,
Keep your body healthy and at peace.
Contributor
Acupuncturist, herbalist, Maya abdominal practitioner, and reflexologist Christina Morris is the founder of Element Natural Healing Arts. Writing about health and wellness gives her an outlet to express her care and concern for her beloved community. She believes everyone can achieve better health and happiness–emotionally, physically, mentally, and spiritually.