Relaxation

Dystonia can be an unpredictable disorder, but one of the few consistencies is that stress will make symptoms markedly worse. While it seems simplistic, regular relaxation and stress management can have a profound impact on a person’s quality of life and general well being. The goal is not to remove all stress from your life, but to rather to deal with it effectively by incorporating simple practices into your daily or weekly routine. The most important part of reducing stress is to counteract stress before it becomes overwhelming. Aim to create a lifestyle where stress reduction and relaxation become a way of life.

Tips to help you deal with stress effectively include:

Learn to identify stress
Make a conscious decision to worry less
Practice relaxation and visualization

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