An experiment on our trustworthy buddies the rats gives us insight on dealing with Stress.
Upon shocking a set of rats at random scientist found Cortisol ( the stress hormone)shot up and if the shocks continued the rats died of stress related disease (ulcers). The merciful scientists then gave the rats a lever to push that would stop the shocks .Initially the Cortisol rose but fell after the lever was pushed. Soon when the shocks began again the rats cortisol levels rose only slightly as they knew they were in control.
Scientist are not always nice. One decided to take those rats who had learned to use the lever and disablee it. Dispite pushing the lever the shocks continud . But to the surprise of the scientist the rats cortisol levels only rose slightly.
The reason is felt to be the rats thought they were still in control.
How can we apply this to humans? several studies have shown that those who think they or someone else ( like God) is in control do not over-react. Their stress levels(reactions) are less and they live longer . Therefore if you feel prepared or have Faith that there is someone looking after you, you will be less likely to suffer from stress related diseases.
My advice Prepare - Prioritize - Act -Pray. If you make this a daily routine you will cut your stress dramatically even if the stressors (Shocks) remain the same. Also having a good spouse to share ones stresses is equally beneficial. DR. VINCE
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