Life Kit: Health
Why being uncomfortable is important
Jan 22, 2024
Learn how discomfort can be a warning sign and affect physical and mental health. Discover techniques to manage overwhelming feelings, name emotions, and build resilience through self-reflection and facing distress.
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- Discomfort serves as a warning sign and can affect physical and mental health.
- Mitigating distress involves changing the context and calming down to break the cycle of distress.
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Recognizing discomfort and distress
Dr. Callie Cyrus, a psychiatrist, explains that discomfort and distress are different levels of discomfort. Extreme discomfort can lead to distress, which is harmful to our bodies. Prolonged distress can cause negative effects such as high blood pressure, hormone imbalances, and chronic fatigue. Mitigating distress involves recognizing when we are in a state of discomfort and taking steps to change the situation.
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