It does not take much to find disaster, accidents, confusion, bad behaviour and self inflected change and stress – in our day to day lives.
The news and stories are full of confrontation, arguments, disharmony, deceit, disrespect and other negative energies. It is true we need to know what is going on around the world and in our own country. It is, however, not a state of mind we should wish to be in hour after hour.
We use the terms ‘society’ and ‘the Government’ – almost as though they were buildings or physical objects. But each one of us is responsible in building the society we have and each one of us (who vote) is responsible for the people we elect to Parliament. It matters little whether we voted for A and B won – it is the mindset we use to make our decision that counts. If we wish for good politicians, then we must vote for good people – people who will represent you as a member of the community and your electorate. And not for the power they obtain as a result of that election. We have much turmoil in our country and we each need to accept responsibility.
I think the following quote provides a good discussion point for our personal, family, business and public life:
“Nearly all men can stand adversity, but if you want to test a man's (person’s) character, give him or her power." Abraham Lincoln
Thank you for being a Zest for Life Member—Mario
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Main Topics for October
Anxiety
Over two million people in Australia have and experience an anxiety disorder - alarming numbers.
A person may be experiencing an anxiety disorder if he or she:
• feels very worried or anxious most of the time
• finds it difficult to calm down
• feels overwhelmed or frightened by sudden feelings of intense panic/anxiety
• experiences recurring thoughts which cause anxiety, but may seem silly to others
• avoids situations or things which cause anxiety, e.g. social events or crowded places
• experiences ongoing difficulties (e.g. nightmares/ flashbacks) after a traumatic event.
You can help people with anxiety by being supportive. Assisting them with gathering information, suggesting they seek advice from a health professional, encouraging involvement in social activities and discouraging them from using drugs and alcohol to try to feel better.
Do not pressure them to “snap out of it” or get on with life, anxiety is an illness which can be treated through health professionals along with support from family and friends.
There are different types of anxiety and the five most common types are:
Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD) – a person feels anxious on most days, over a period of six months or more.
Phobia – a person is very fearful about a particular object or situation and may go to great lengths to avoid the object/situation. Examples include fear of attending a social event, having an injection or travelling on a plane.
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) – a person has ongoing unwanted/intrusive thoughts and fears which cause anxiety and are relieved by carrying out certain behaviours or rituals. For example, a fear of germs and contamination can lead to constant washing of hands and clothes.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) - may occur any time from one month after a person experiences a traumatic event (e.g. war, assault, accident). Symptoms can include difficulty relaxing, upsetting dreams or flashbacks of the event, and avoidance of anything related to the event.
Panic disorder – a person has panic attacks, which are intense, overwhelming and often uncontrollable feelings of anxiety combined with a range of physical symptoms, such as chest pains and difficulty breathing.
Depression
Depression is more than just a low mood - it's a serious illness that over one million Australians live with.
Depression is one of the most common of all mental health disorders. One in five people experience depression at some stage of their lives.
Depression is an illness that affects people’s feelings toward themselves and can affect their interest in work, hobbies and other activities they usually enjoy. Depression can cause a lack of energy, create problems with sleeping patterns and bring about anxiety and stress.
A person may be depressed if they have been feeling down, most of the time, for more than two weeks and has lost interest in usually enjoyable activities. Like anxiety, there are different types of depression;
· Major depression - a depressed mood that lasts for at least two weeks. This may also be referred to as clinical depression or unipolar depression.
· Psychotic depression - a depressed mood which includes symptoms of psychosis. Psychosis involves seeing or hearing things that are not there (hallucinations), feeling everyone is against you (paranoia) and having delusions.
· Dysthymia - a less severe depressed mood that lasts for years.
· Mixed depression and anxiety - a combination of symptoms of depression and anxiety.
· Bipolar disorder - (formerly known as manic depressive illness) - involves periods of feeling low (depressed) and high (manic).
Effective treatments for depression and anxiety are available. However, different types of depression or anxiety require different types of treatment. This may include physical exercise for preventing and treating mild depression, through to psychological and drug treatment for more severe levels. There is a range of treatments that are proven to work, but everyone is different. With the right treatment, most people recover - the most important thing is to find a treatment that works for you.
If you are concerned about someone you know, that may be experiencing depression or anxiety, please consult your Pharmacist or Doctor or alternatively contact Beyondblue for guidance.
Top Shelf Products for October
MARIO'S RANGE STRESS SOLUTION
If your feeling; Stressed, Run Down or experiencing Anxiety then
Mario’s Stress Solution is for you!
A blend of Homeopathic ingredients of Impatiens,
Cherry Plum, Star of Bethlahem & Clematis, takes the
stress away with just 5-10 drops under the tongue.
$9.95 - 20ml
MARIO'S RANGE CALMING ESSENTIAL OILS
The blend of the Mario’s Calming Oils;
ü Lavender
ü Ylang Ylang
ü Petitgrain
ü Mandarin
create a sense of calm when used with a diffuser or an oil burner. Feel the calmness surround you.
A helping hand for family & friends|Beyond Blue
Our mission is to provide a national focus and community leadership to increase the capacity of the broader Australian community to prevent depression and respond effectively.
We aim to build a society that understands and responds to the personal and social impact of depression, works actively to prevent it, and improves the quality of life for everyone affected.
Principles for Action:
Principles for Action:
- · Respect for human rights and dignity
- · Strong community involvement, understanding and support
- · A population health approach
- · Recognition of diversity and special needs
- · A co-ordinated and collaborative approach
- · An evidence-based approach
- · Sustainable action
We hope you have enjoyed reading the newsletter! Please feel free to use the comment section to voice your questions in relation to the information provided. Feel Alive, Feel Healthy, Feel Good with Calanna Pharamcy!
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