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Let the Sun Shine

 Sun and Serotonin

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As I was in the middle of my surgeries and pain, I realized how important the sun was for me.

I have always loved to be in the heat.  I love to sweet and work hard.  I loved training!

I thought being on my workouts in the morning was the primary reason that I felt so good later in the day, however I have learned it was also due to the vitamin D that my body was soaking in.  

I was seeing first hand what a lack of vitamin D would do to a persons mood.  I was fighting not only the physical pain from the accident but also the lack of serotonin in my brain.  I was beginning to feel very frustrated!

 My doctor told me to stand in the sun with out sunglasses and allow my eyes and body to "soak up the sun" for a minimum of 20 min. twice a day!
 
Her reason:  Our serotonin  (the chemical responsible for mood elevation in the brain) levels are increased in the presence of the sun.

What a difference! Of course the warmth of the sun felt great but so did the effects of the sun on my brain!

When we are in the middle of an insurmountable event we must remember there are always things we can do to get through it.  

PTSD and Nightmares

Re-Occurring Nightmares

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After someone is exposed to a traumatic event or experience they are likely to experience a few nightmares related to the traumatic incident that they experienced. 

Some people will experience recurring nightmares for a long period of time. These recurring nightmares play a large role and are a defining symptom in Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. 

It is common for 71-96% of patients diagnosed with
PTSD to suffer from nightmares.  

The Mayo Clinic give great encouragement:

"Many people who go through traumatic events have difficulty adjusting and coping for a while. But with time and taking care of yourself, such traumatic reactions usually get better. In some cases, though, the symptoms can get worse or last for months or even years. Sometimes they may completely shake up your life. In a case such as this, you may have post-traumatic stress disorder.

Getting treatment as soon as possible after post-traumatic stress disorder symptoms develop may prevent long-term post-traumatic stress disorder. "

Trauma's effect on your body.

How Trauma hurts


 Approximately 1,500 biochemical reactions are triggered within your body when you experience a  traumatic event. These reactions are designed to help you handle a threat.    

A Fight or Flight response is initiated.


As you recognize a threat or danger  Adrenaline  and several endocrine hormones are released into your bloodstream.

Increased glucocorticoids stimulate the hippocampus.  The Hippocampus is responsible for converting an experience into a lasting memory. 

The Headington Institute states that : 

Other effects of increased adrenaline and endocrine hormones in combination include: 
Increased cortisol production. Cortisol is a steroid that counters pain and inflammation and keeps blood-sugar at a certain level.


Increased blood sugar. This blood sugar is used to feed your brain and muscles.


Increased heart rate. Blood is pumped more quickly around your body.


Changes in blood-flow. Arterial blood pressure increases. Blood is diverted away from your hands, feet and stomach, and towards your brain and major muscle groups. This helps the brain assess the threat and prepares the muscles for action.


Increased platelet levels. More platelets in your bloodstream help your blood to clot better and faster if you are physically injured.


Increased endorphin levels. Endorphins help to dull any pain you might experience. This helps you ignore pain long enough to act in ways that might help you survive.

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I can tell you from personal experience that it is useful to have these responses at the exact moment or onset of trauma ---- however sustained high stress levels cause continued damage on your body, mind and spirit.

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