Debt worry and stress

Debt problems can cause worries that affect our ability to think properly. The mind becomes filled with negative thoughts and fears, muddled thinking follows together with an inability to find meaningful solutions to the problems themselves. All this can create stress, which in turn can manifest itself in physical, mental and emotional traits which could develop into something serious if not tended to.

Stress can cause blood pressure to rise, palpitations, dizziness, insomnia, headaches, digestive problems - and that's just some of the physical effects. On the emotional side, irritability, lack of concentration, tiredness, feelings of despair, inadequacy, impatience and depression.

You owe it to yourself, and your family or dependants to maintain good health whilst working to eliminate your debt burden and all the worries that go with it.

Endeavour to think positively, and try to distance yourself from the causes of your stress by switching off ocasionally in order to release the tension in your body.

Take some regular exercise, even if it is only walking round the block a few times. Take deep breaths; get some oxygen to your brain. Don’t resort to alcohol or drugs, you can’t afford it and it will only add to tiredness and dull your senses. Do some stretch exercises or yoga, meditation even,  just some activity that will take your mind off the everyday problems you face.

If you cannot manage this by yourself, then please consult your doctor. Don't let worry and stress take over your life.