caret icon Back to all discussions

How do you manage stress?

Stress management is a significant lifestyle change for anyone living with heart failure. Stress can speed up the heart, which can result in adverse effects when it occurs frequently or is prolonged. Stress can even weaken the immune system or exacerbate an existing health problem. Furthermore, the impact of stress on behavior can increase blood pressure and damage blood vessels, essential to good circulation and overall mental and physical functioning. This is why stress management is a crucial component of cardiac rehabilitation.

What do you do to manage stress in your everyday life? Some popular stress management techniques include mindfulness/meditation, exercise, talk therapy, and getting enough sleep. Let us know in the comments!

  1. There are some ways to manage your stress these are:-

    1)You should try to eat healthy and get quality sleep.

    2)You should do exercise regularly.

    3)You should avoid from alcohol and smoking.

    4)You should take deep breath exercises.

    5)You should do get more physical activities.

    and similarly many other ways that you should manage your stress like reading a good book, yoga, walking etc.


    1. These are all great suggestions on how to handle stress. Is there one way you use more than others on your list? Thank you sharing. Leslie (Community Moderator)

  2. Hi. @levis I see you joined our community yesterday. Welcome! Glad to see that you are already participating here in the forums. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and tips on this topic with the community. Are the strategies you list here some of the same strategies that you have tried to reduce stress in your life? John. heart-failure.net community moderator.

    1. To manage stress effectively, incorporate regular exercise, relaxation techniques, and seek support from loved ones. Prioritize self-care, maintain a balanced lifestyle, and consider seeking professional help when needed.

      1. Hi. Again Thank you for your tips on how best to manage stress. Managing stress is something that many of us (including myself) have to deal with, especially all those here who are also having to deal with the effects of heart failure. Are these things that you do to help you manage your own stress? John. heart-failure.net community moderator.

        Please read our rules before posting.