M o o d R e g u l a t i o n

Relieve anxiety or negative emotions

Relieving anxiety or negative emotions helps to decrease cortisol level and reduce stress-related responses, such as:

Regulating blood pressure

Improving insulin sensitivity

Slowing down aging

Increasing in level of "Endorphin"

Relaxation techniques can help

Regulating "Serotonin"

Suppressing factors of neuroinflammation

Protecting amygdala and hippocampus from over stimulation

Regulating overreactions of autonomic nervous system

Improving the performance of autonomic nervous system

Classification of relaxation techniques

Stress-relieving activities

  • Watching movie
  • Listening to music
  • Travelling
  • Getting in touch with nature
  • Breathing exercises
  • Aromatherapy, massage, tea tasting, or herbal tea, etc.

Spiritual activities

  • Art Activities (like Zentangle)
  • Meditation
  • Keeping a diary
  • Practicing reflection and gratitude, etc.

Religious activities

  • Visiting temples
  • Attending church activities
  • Chanting, prayers, etc.

Talking to someone you trust to relieve your stress

Seeking medical help as soon as you have depressive symptoms that are disturbing

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