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It's inevitable in the fast-paced world we inhabit.rnrnStress relief is a multi-billion dollar industry and everyone seems to have an answer.rnrnI am not here to sell you on the latest solution but rather present to you something you've probably never even heard about but which has a proven history of stress relief, dating back tens of thousands of years.rnrnIt's not cannabis and it's not yoga or some ancient meditation technique although all of them have proven to help with stress relief.rnrnBut first, before I reveal this ancient technique, let's look at how dangerous stress is for our health. Once you understand the dangers, you're not going to take this subject lightly. It's a big deal, Stress kills.rnStress by the NumbersrnrnrnrnrnTop Causes of Stress in the U.S.rnFactorsrnrnrnrn1rnJob PressurernCo-Worker Tension, Bosses, Work Overloadrnrnrnrn2rnMoneyrnLoss of Job, Reduced Retirement, Medical Expensesrnrnrnrn3rnHealthrnHealth Crisis, Terminal or Chronic Illnessrnrnrnrn4rnRelationshipsrnDivorce, Death of Spouse, Arguments with Friends, Lonelinessrnrnrnrn5rnPoor NutritionrnInadequate Nutrition, Caffeine, Processed Foods, Refined Sugarsrnrnrnrn6rnMedia OverloadrnTelevision, Radio, Internet, E-Mail, Social Networkingrnrnrnrn7rnSleep DeprivationrnInability to release adrenaline and other stress hormonesrnrnrnrn rnrnrnrnU.S. Stress StatisticsrnDatarnrnrnPercent of people who regularly experience physical symptoms caused by stressrn77 %rnrnrnRegularly experience psychological symptoms caused by stressrn73 %rnrnrnFeel they are living with extreme stressrn33 %rnrnrnFeel their stress has increased over the past five yearsrn48 %rnrnrnCited money and work as the leading cause of their stressrn76 %rnrnrnReported lying awake at night due to stressrn48 %rnrnrnrnImpact of Stress on HealthrnAccording to the latest data, the annual cost to employers in stress-related health care and missed work is $300 Billion! Who knew that stress was so expensive on productivity in the workplace?rnrnFatigue, headaches, upset stomach, muscle tension and loss of appetite are the most common physical symptoms experienced by stressed people, all of which lead to them becoming irritable, nervous and experiencing a lack of energy.rn7 types of stress-related illnessrn1. Cardiovascular disease (CVD) and heart problemsrnTwo of the most serious health impacts of stress are increased heart rate and high blood pressure. Numerous studies have shown the link between higher reported stress levels and increased risk of heart attacks and strokes. If you feel that your stress is causing these symptoms, see your doctor immediately, otherwise, it can prove fatal.rn2. Inflammation u2013 of skin conditions and othersrnResearch has also found that raised levels of stress hormones in your body can lead to inflammation, which is a precursor to many very serious ailments, such as rheumatoid arthritis, Crohnu2019s disease, psoriasis, eczema, and ulcerative colitis. Inflammation can also affect our immune system, which triggers when fighting off things like colds and flu. Even thinking about past stressful events can increase levels of inflammation. Talk to your doctor if you feel there is a connection.rn3. Insomnia and sleepu00a0disordersrnProbably the most common effect of stress is not being able to u201cswitch offu201d at night and sleep, or waking up too early in the morning wired and anxious and not feeling relaxed and reenergized. Theu00a0European Heart Journalu00a0conducted a study in 2013 that showed a clear link between insomnia and heart failure in people with these sleep disorder symptoms. Furthermore, chronic sleep deprivation will not only make you feel tired and irritable but can also cause you to be clumsy and inattentive, leading to accidents.rn4. Physical tension and headachesrnIncreased levels of stress hormones cause our muscles to tense up, and in the long term, cause stiffness and nagging headaches. Physical tension in small doses may not cause such problems and can be alleviated by breathing techniques oru00a0massage but in the longer term,u00a0constant physical tension resulting from unnecessary stress can be very harmful.rn5. Depression and anxietyrnFeeling that you can't cope or worrying too much about little things is another stress symptom that, if left untreated, can lead to chronic health problems such as depression and anxiety. Natural remedies like medical marijuana can help if you can handle the cost and the social stigma attached to it and so too can mantra meditation and yoga.rn6. Digestive problems and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)rnStomach issues like nausea, stomach ache, or ulcers can often be stress related. IBS or irritable bowel syndrome is a cluster of symptoms including cramps, bloating, diarrhea and constipation and is believed to be at least partly related to stress and anxiety. In this case, poor nutrition and regulation are big factors.rn7. Self-medication u2013 cigarettes, alcohol, junk food, and drugsrnBillions of people all over the world cope with stress by reaching for cigarettes, alcohol, junk food, or drugs. Of course, a bar of chocolate can cheer you up, but u201cself-medicatingu201d by consuming any of these things excessively can do more harm than good and in turn create more stress. Overindulging in anything is often a greater health risk than many other stress-related conditions.rnSo What is My Magic Bullet for Stress Relief?rnHugging cows and baby bullocks.rnrnAccording to the ancient Vedas of India, the cow is the personification of Earth. She is literally Earth with legs. Similarly, the bull is considered to be like a \"father\" figure. You may or may not have heard of the healing modality known as earthing or grounding? It is basically where you walk on the ground with your bare feet and ground your body to the earth, cleansing it from all the electromagnetic pollution that saturates us daily. Just laying on the ground or walking barefoot for a few minutes at night can do wonders for relieving stress and curing insomnia. Hugging a cow or a bullock has the same effect and it is way more fun. It not only cleanses our electrical bodies of unwanted energies, it also distresses us.rnrnCow hugging is a recognized healing art that has been practiced for thousands of years in India.rnrn[video_player type=\"youtube\" width=\"600\" height=\"345\" align=\"center\" margin_top=\"0\" margin_bottom=\"20\"]aHR0cHM6Ly95b3V0dS5iZS9zMTk1VkR4RWlZYw==[\/video_player]rnrnThis video of my afternoon nap with some rescued baby calves has gone viral. People seem to love the simplicity of it and they can see that I am genuinely distressing. Just watching this video will relax you, what to speak trying it out yourself. So I urge you, once a month, take a visit to your local animal sanctuary and hug a cow or a baby calf. Try this out and see for yourself how relaxing it is.rnrn[video_player type=\"youtube\" width=\"600\" height=\"345\" align=\"center\" margin_top=\"0\" margin_bottom=\"20\"]aHR0cHM6Ly95b3V0dS5iZS84ZElyNXAtdlg5dw==[\/video_player]rnMy son, Bhimal Fox was born at the sanctuary and loves all animals.rnrnCheap Alternatives for GroundingrnIf you do not live near cows, then I suggest you try a grounding mat. The system is to place a copper pipe in the ground, connect a wire to it and run it into your home and attach that wire to a grounding mat like the one pictured below. You then place your feet on this when sitting down or using the computer. Alternatively, you can connect the wire to the grounding (earth( socket of your electrical outlet).rnrnrnrnRELATED STORY: How hugging a cow healed a crippled boyrnrnSEE ALSO: Can Walking Barefoot Heal Your Heart?\",\n        \"excerpt\": \"We allu00a0feel stress at some point. It’s inevitable in the fast-paced world we inhabit. 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