Stress’ impact on the body can be best described as a bucket that is steadily filled until it eventually spills over, often presenting as emotional meltdowns, sudden-onset illness, or physical aches and pains.

When emotions spill into the physical world, medical interventions may assist sufferers of stress and anxiety to manage their symptoms, but this may be short-lived as the causes of these feelings are not always addressed.

Speaking to the Garlands Ladies Luncheon Club, during its monthly meeting, held at Ebotse, on August 27, Body Stress Release (BSR) practitioner and author of Ewald’s Wisdom, Simon C Green, shed some light on the gentle and non-invasive therapy, which guides patients to a deeper connection and self-awareness to combat stress, thus leading to feelings of fulfilment.

Boasting 30 years of service in the British Army, the former major has deep roots in South Africa.

Following his retrenchment from the private security industry in 2014, the avid historian was overcome with crippling stress, resulting in pain and general feelings of disease.

Exploring various avenues of therapy, Green was introduced to the BSR system, pioneered by former South African chiropractors Ewald and Gail Meggersee.

“BSR does not claim to diagnose nor treat like the traditional therapeutic realm; it is only concerned with releasing stored body stress so that the body is assisted in its inbuilt ability to maintain and heal itself,” said Green.

“Modern living has most people operating from a place of stress, which results in the body’s increased cortisol production, which regulates metabolism, immune response and the body’s reaction to stress.

“This often activates the body’s protection mechanism of locked stress and that is where aches and pains, especially in the head, neck, shoulders and lower back, stem from.”

Rooted in the philosophy of engaging the mind, body and soul, practitioners journey with patients through non-invasive practices to access the self-healing process, breaking barriers where stress is locked in.

“Where the mind goes, the body follows. BSR is built on a strong belief system that we can facilitate our own healing through having complete faith in the process,” he said.

“Our bodies are magnificent, and respond well to small daily changes that are consistent and intentional. It all depends on what changes you implement and your belief in its success.”

Regarding intentional daily stress management, Simon said that listening to your body is essential.

“Listen to the whispers of your body before it screams, because its screams may result in illness or disease,” he said.

“Self-care is essential. You cannot pour from an empty cup. Prioritise things that bring you joy, and the fullness will flow into every part of your life.

“Lastly, be the master of your own joy. Make time for the things you are passionate about. As your joy grows, your attention will instead be focused on that instead of life’s stresses. Soon you will feel lighter, and pain caused by locked stress will slowly seep away.

“Healing is an inside job and you are its master.”

Celebrate with the Garlands

Join the Garland Ladies Luncheon Club’s 28th birthday bash at the Katse Room, Ebotse at 12:00 on September 16.

Guests are welcome to share in the club’s celebration, which promises to be a dazzling affair. For more information, email the club president, Margie Kostelac, at margie.h@mweb.co.za

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