š“ TIRED? Donāt Make This Mistake
Erik Korem
April 12, 2024
āThe next time you feel your blood start to boil, remember: The key to mastering your anger is not in the release, but in restoring inner peace. Turn down the heat, and watch your relationships, health and happiness rise.ā
Turn Down the Heat on Your Anger
The Problem with Letting Off Steam
Contrary to popular belief, venting anger often makes things worse. Yelling, hitting a punching bag, or going for an intense run can actually fuel the flame of rage.
So what can you do instead to simmer down when you're seeing red? Groundbreaking research reveals the secret lies in reducing your physiological arousal.
3 Proven Ways to Chill Out
Take deep breaths. Inhale slowly through your nose, exhale through pursed lips. Repeat until you feel your heart rate normalize.
Progressive muscle relaxation. Starting with your toes, systematically tense then release each muscle group, working up to your face.
Mindfulness meditation. Focus on the present moment without judgment. Observe your thoughts and emotions from a distance.
By decreasing your body's fight-or-flight response, you create space to respond rather than react. Over time, you'll build resilience and emotional equilibrium.
Putting It All Together
Integrating cognitive strategies with arousal-reduction techniques offers a powerful anger management toolkit. With practice, you'll be able to navigate triggering situations with greater ease and equanimity.
So the next time you feel your blood start to boil, remember: The key to mastering your anger is not in the release, but in restoring inner peace. Turn down the heat, and watch your relationships, health and happiness rise.
NEXT STEP: Choose one arousal-reduction technique and try it the next time you feel frustrated. Notice how your mind and body respond differently.
The Heart of the Matter:
Cannabis Use and Cardiovascular Risk
The Problem with Pot
Think smoking weed is harmless? Think again.
A recent paper by the American Heart Association revealed some startling factsā¦
Even after accounting for tobacco use, age, and other risk factors, cannabis use is tied to a higher risk of heart attack and stroke.
The more frequently you use, the higher the risk.
This holds true even for younger adults.
Smoking is the riskiest way to consume cannabis.
The takeaway? Cannabis isn't as benign as you might believe.
Clearing the Smoke
But wait, what if you've never touched a cigarette? Sorry, you're not off the hook. The study found that cannabis use was linked to cardiovascular issues independent of tobacco use. In fact, risks were similar between cannabis and tobacco - and the effects may compound each other.
The bottom line: Cannabis itself may be hazardous to heart health, regardless of whether you smoke tobacco.
Practical Pointers
So what can you do to minimize risk? First, be honest with your doctor about your cannabis habits - they need the full picture to give proper guidance. If you do use cannabis, consider lower-risk methods like edibles over smoking.
Finally, remember that cutting back on frequency or quitting altogether is the best way to protect your heart.
When it comes to cardiovascular health, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Armed with this knowledge, you can make more informed choices about if, how, and how often to use cannabis.
Your heart will thank you.
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