Bills, work, chores, interactions, struggle, and strife. The backbone of life, and the necessities of achievement. Lifes daily battles for some can be tolerable but for others may cause crippling stress. This is especially common when accompanied with chronic pain/illness, social/emotional conflict, and/or other past/present trauma. Most Americans today have a high amount of responsibilities to juggle. A survey by the American Psychological Association, conducted in 2014, consisting of 3,068 adults, found that the leading cause of stress is money and that 3 in 4 adults experienced stress over finances. Other popular causes of stress in Americans include work, family responsibilities, and health concerns.
Types of Stress:
Stress is normal, and everyone deals with being stressed out from time to time. It can be beneficial to stress and worry when necessary, in order to avoid unpleasant or dangerous situations, but overwhelming stress can make even commonly happy activities absolutely dreary. According to the American Psychological Association, there are three different types of stress:
- Acute Stress- Most common, short term stress.
- Episodic Acute Stress- Associated with chaotic environments, lifestyles or habits that cause an overall lack of well being.
- Chronic Stress- Long term stress that is caused by a situation of life that seemingly has no hope, and cannot be changed without added disarray.
*For more information on the types of stress click here: http://www.apa.org/helpcenter/stress-kinds.aspx
How We Are Affected by Stress:
All these types of stress can affect our physical and mental health. Stress can cause minor to severe physical discomforts such as stomach aches/irregularity, headaches, and muscle pain. If stress is not appropriately handled and continues to elevate, the symptoms may become more dangerous and possibly even fatal depending on the type of stress experienced and how it is being coped with. Unmanageable stress is known to be linked with high blood pressure, heart attacks, and suicide.
Stress can also wreak havoc on personal and professional relationships. People who feel constantly stressed out may also feel angry, depressed, anxious, and experience mood swings. This makes it especially challenging when socializing with others, or maintaining healthy relationships. When our minds and bodies are going through so much disarray, it can be challenging to focus on work or daily responsibilities.
Coping with Stress:
Almost everyone has a preferred method of coping with minor to severe stress, some more beneficial than others. Today, it is very common for adults to de-stress after a long day with an alcoholic beverage, illegal substances or prescribed medications. This may be effective for a brief amount of time, but the long term effects of using harmful, unnatural substances as a daily stress reliever can cause irreversible damage to your body, specifically in the liver and brain. Mind altering substances are also dangerous to use during work hours and can impair your ability to operate machinery.
Lifestyle changes and routines can be an adequate way to relieve stress such as exercise, change of diet, and therapy. Unfortunately for some people making the first steps to change their lifestyles can cause additional stress. For some these techniques may seem overwhelming, or just simply not effective enough on their own, but there is still hope!
Cannabidiol may be just what your body needs to manage and alleviate many types of stress and their symptoms. Cannabidiol (commonly known as CBD) is a safe, natural compound found in hemp and medical marijuana that is known to have a large array of benefits.
CBD is often associated with “pot” but differs greatly. One big difference is that CBD does not create a psychoactive effect when ingested. Medicinal marijuana has been used for centuries to reduce stress, but for some, the high felt when ingesting cannabis with large quantities of THC can actually cause anxiety and stress! Furthermore, CBD derived from hemp containing less than .3% TCH is legal in 49 states, and most countries.
Cannabidiol may be just what your body needs to manage and alleviate many types of stress and their symptoms. Cannabidiol (commonly known as CBD) is a safe, natural compound found in hemp and medical marijuana that is known to have a large array of benefits.
CBD is often associated with “pot” but differs greatly. One big difference is that CBD does not create a psychoactive effect when ingested. Medicinal marijuana has been used for centuries to reduce stress, but for some, the high felt when ingesting cannabis with large quantities of THC can actually cause anxiety and stress! Furthermore, CBD derived from hemp containing less than .3% TCH is legal in 49 states, and most countries.
Why Use CBD for Stress?
Every living mammal has an endocannabinoid system that has receptors found in our brains and all throughout our bodies. The endocannabinoid system is responsible for maintaining harmony and balance within our bodies, and responds positively to our bodies natural forming endocannabinoids as well as cannabinoids found in other sources such as cannabis. Many scientist theorize that a deficient endocannabinoid system can lead to a number of serious ailments, which include increased depression, anxiety and stress.
Adding CBD to your body may be a great way to balance your endocannabinoid system and reduce stress. CBD is known to be very beneficial, and best of all does not cause any of the unpleasant and harmful side effects commonly experienced when consuming stress relieving medications such as Prozac, or Zoloft. Collectively these medications have side effects including, but not limited to increased anxiety, insomnia, nervousness, dizziness, skin rashes, decreased libido,and nausea. In all the centuries that people have used hemp and cannabis there has never been any reports of fatal overdose, and if you do over consume CBD the only side effect is subtle drowsiness (which often will lead to a great night's sleep that may be just what a stressed out mind needs!)
Adding CBD to your body may be a great way to balance your endocannabinoid system and reduce stress. CBD is known to be very beneficial, and best of all does not cause any of the unpleasant and harmful side effects commonly experienced when consuming stress relieving medications such as Prozac, or Zoloft. Collectively these medications have side effects including, but not limited to increased anxiety, insomnia, nervousness, dizziness, skin rashes, decreased libido,and nausea. In all the centuries that people have used hemp and cannabis there has never been any reports of fatal overdose, and if you do over consume CBD the only side effect is subtle drowsiness (which often will lead to a great night's sleep that may be just what a stressed out mind needs!)
How to Use CBD to Help Manage Stress:
At The CBD Boutique you will find many different high quality products that are infused with CBD. All of these products provide the benefits of CBD but will range in methods of use, content of additional beneficial cannabinoids, potencies, prices, etc.
They carry a wide variety of CBD products to fit into any ones lifestyle, including: lotions, salves, vape cartridges and juices, suppositories, oral tinctures, capsules, face and body washes, honey, chocolates, chewing gum, and more.
They carry a wide variety of CBD products to fit into any ones lifestyle, including: lotions, salves, vape cartridges and juices, suppositories, oral tinctures, capsules, face and body washes, honey, chocolates, chewing gum, and more.
When aiming to relieve chronic stress that is affecting your daily life, consistent use of CBD in an oral product, such as Heka Hemp Co.’s Oral Tincture is where many people find the best relief. This simple oil based tincture is convenient to use, ideal for using every day in order to build up the CBD content in your system (which is where most people feel the best results,) and comes at a great price!
With this oral tincture all you need to do is place the liquid under your tongue for about 60 seconds, swallow, and repeat as needed. You can always adjust your serving to what fits your personal needs best. Using an extra serving before an activity that causes you stress can be very helpful in getting you through it. Heka Hemp Co Oral Tincture is available in two different oil carriers including coconut or hemp (which both have their own unique nutritions and vitamins), is just two simple ingredients, and has no added flavors or sweeteners.
Many people also feel fast stress and anxiety relief when using a CBD vape product. We carry disposable cartridges, vape able concentrates, as well as liquid e-juice in many different flavors, potencies, and prices. These vape products are used as needed when managing stress, and many people appreciate the convenience of taking their vape on the go.
Another favorite product amongst stressed out individuals is Bang CBD Fresh Mint Spray, especially those who deal with social anxiety. This small discrete spray is perfect for use before engaging in activity that causes anxiety/stress, or whenever you start feeling symptoms of stress. Available in two different strengths, Bang Breath Spray also will give you great, fresh, minty breath to boost confidence!
For finding comfort, relaxation, and overall contentment on especially hard days, it is very effective to use an additional soothing product in conjunction with your daily regimen of CBD. We carry CBD infused bath and body products so you can create your own at home CBD spa experience. CBD is not only great for your body and mind, but also carries unique properties that are wonderful for maintaining inner and outer beauty. When you feel good you look good, and that is one of the reasons these lovely products are so useful for calming a stressed mind and body.
CBDelish Bath Bombs
Plop a freshly hand crafted CBDelish bath bomb into your tub, and immerse your body in a lavish combination of relaxing, natural essential oils, and 26 mg of the finest CBD. These bath bombs are perfect for transforming frustrating days into peaceful evenings. Feel all your troubles and worries melt away as you lay in steamy and luxurious CBD bath.
Devour Por Vida facial products
These amazingly purifying hand made facial products deliver beneficial CBD along side of all natural ingredients and essential oils. Works great for all skin types! When using these products daily not only can you expect to feel the common benefits of CBD, but you may also see a drastic improvement in your skin! Taking a little time out of each day to cleanse and pamper your skin can make a big difference in your stress levels!
Conclusion
CBD is a safe, all natural, and has helped many people vanquish toxic coping mechanisms, to finally achieve inner peace. CBD does not have horrible side effects, and can possibly lead to balance, overall well being, and enhanced quality of life. CBD is habit forming, but not addictive, and will not cause withdraws.
We cannot expect to succeed in our professional or personal lives if we are unable to cope with emotional turmoil, so do something about it and make a positive change! With all the responsibilities, hardships, and conflict we endure everyday, we must not give up, and still thrive to find ways to be healthy and happy. CBD is not a magical cure all, but when used in conjunction with healthy choices and a strong desire for relief, many people have been able to calm the overwhelming feelings of anxiety when nothing else would. So choose to be happy, enjoy every day, and treat yourself to a better way of life.
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