Feel Better, Live More with Dr Rangan Chatterjee Dr Rangan Chatterjee LIVE at The Scottish Parliament with Annie Wells MSP #83
Nov 13, 2019
Annie Wells, Deputy Convener of the Cross-Party Group on Mental Health in the Scottish Parliament, joins Dr. Rangan Chatterjee for an engaging discussion on mental health and holistic care. They explore the importance of addressing male mental health and the need for accessible health information. Annie shares insights on small lifestyle changes for improved well-being, including breathing techniques to manage stress. The audience contributes with questions on community health and autism awareness, enriching the conversation around compassionate healthcare.
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Self-Care as a Carer
- Rangan Chatterjee, while caring for his ill father, realized the importance of self-care.
- He found that dedicating even 90 minutes weekly to personal time improved his stress management.
Prioritize Self-Care
- Prioritize self-care, even if it's just for five minutes daily, to build resilience.
- Engage in activities like deep breathing or a short workout to manage stress effectively.
Breathing and Stress
- Stress alters breathing patterns, leading to shallow, rapid breaths that signal danger to the brain.
- Consciously slowing down breathing sends calming signals, effectively managing the stress response.
