8 Frightening Telltale Signs That You Might Need A Break

Dec 18, 2018 by apost team

Going back to work after a vacation can be hard. You are already planning your next vacation. Work can be stressful. However, there are certain signs that tell you really need to take a break - and soon.

1. Headaches

A throbbing in your head is a sign you need to rest. A stressful workload can cause aches in your eyes, neck, and head. The stress can even lead to migraines.

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2. Poor digestion

When you are working for long periods of time, it can severely affect your digestive system. Your digestive system can even go into a state of shock.

Irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS, is common in people that have excess amounts of stress. Irritable bowel syndrome can cause loose stools and painful aches in multiple areas of the stomach.

3. Frequent colds

When you get stressed, your heart rate increases which can increase blood circulation. Your blood pressure also increases. This leads to problems with your immune system and getting sick more often.

4. Frequent changes in body weight

Getting too stressed out causes you to gain and lose weight rapidly. Stress causes increased production of the cortisol hormone. This hormone makes you want to eat anything and everything. This causes rapid weight gains and losses.

5. Stomach pains

As mentioned before, your digestive system can be harmed when you have too much stress. Your stomach can begin to hurt and you may even get nauseous. This is a sign you need to get more rest.

6. Tiredness

If you find yourself struggling to get out of bed, struggling to stay awake and feel exhaustion often, you may need to rest or reduce your workload.

7. Pains in your chest

When you have chest pains due to stress, they often have nothing to do with your heart. This can be a form of a panic attack due to increased stress. If chest pains happen often, try relaxing and taking deep breaths. If it persists, consult with a doctor just in case to check for heart problems.

8. Significant decrease in sexual activity

When you get too stressed, the brain doesn’t create enough chemicals that are responsible for a healthy sexual drive. If you or even your partner have this problem, try getting more rest and relaxing.

Have you experienced any of the issues above? Maybe try to schedule a vacation! Let us know what you think and pass this along to anyone who could use a bit of stress relief.

Our content is created to the best of our knowledge, yet it is of general nature and cannot in any way substitute an individual consultation by your doctor. Your health is important to us!