Sometimes we suddenly feel distressed. What is going on? Is there something wrong with the heart? Let’s explore it together.
1. Definition of distressed
Distressed refers to feeling inner pain and discomfort for some reason emotional state. It usually manifests as chest tightness, palpitation, shortness of breath and other physical reactions.
2. Reasons for heartache
There are many reasons for heartache. It may be seeing others injured or experiencing misfortune, or it may be experiencing setbacks and failures. In addition, there are some special situations, such as hearing moving music or watching touching movies, which can also cause distress.
3. The relationship between heartache and heart health
Although heartache usually manifests as physical discomfort, it does not mean that it is directly related to heart health. In fact, in most cases, distress is just a temporary emotional reaction and will not cause damage to the heart.
4. How to relieve distress
When we feel distressed, we can relieve it through the following methods:
(1) Take a deep breath: inhale slowly, and then Exhale slowly again and repeat a few times.
(2) Relax your body: Close your eyes, relax your muscles, and make your body feel relaxed and comfortable.
(3) Divert your attention: Do something you like, such as listening to music, watching movies, or chatting with friends.
Distress is an emotional reaction that usually does not cause damage to the heart. When we feel distressed, we can relieve it by taking deep breaths, relaxing the body, and shifting our attention.
