Ways To Stop Blushing

If you blush a lot - or if you want to learn how to stop blushing - this post is for you! But don't worry, it's not as hard as it sounds.

We'll be covering things like:

• What causes blushing? 

• Why do people blush? 

• What can I do about my blushing problem? And finally, 

 • My top tips for stopping your cheeks from turning red.

And much more! All in one place and free to read. So what are you waiting for? Take a seat and let's chat...

What causes blushing?

For a start, it might be helpful to know if blushing is something that you're going to have to get used to. Some blushers don't blush at all and others are able to stop or at least reduce their blushing by learning some methods for controlling it.

Once you've figured out the cause of your blushing, then it's time for action!

Before we go any further we'll need to dispense with the idea of a 'blush-free zone'. That idea might come from your family and friends, but it's just not true - what they see as a 'flush' is often nothing more than cold skin... blushing is dependent on the amount of blood that is being pumped to the area.

Before we go too much further, it's also important to know if you're going to be a blusher or not.

If you're a blusher, there are steps you can take (more than likely) to stop yourself from producing any more - or at least reduce your blushings. If you're not a blusher, then no worry - we can leave the whole 'blushing' thing right there!

The majority of people will be able to modify their blushing behaviour with practice and commitment. It's possible that some blushers may never be able to master controlling themselves completely, but for most people it takes time and work.

You might not be able to master blushing completely, but you CAN stop it! What's more, the chances are that when you do 'stop' your blushing, the blushing will completely stop.

So what can blushers do?

The first thing most people think to do when they catch themselves blushing is to cover their face. It's a natural reaction - try telling someone not to cover their face and watch them shirk away from the suggestion like a puppy at a dog… but it's not what we're going for here.

Some people feel like covering their face stops them from blushing further, but you can't be sure it's going to work. In fact, I'm willing to bet that you don't cover just your face when you blush - you cover your whole body, which increases the chances that you'll blush even more!

The best thing I've found is to breathe deeply and try to remain in control of yourself. If your legs begin to act up or your fingers are tapping away at the table top like a Mexican jumping bean, try holding onto something hard, sturdy and immovable. Like a table leg…

If what we're trying to do is relax, then it makes sense that we might want our heart rate down. Think of it like this - when you're under pressure and your heart rate is sky-rocketing, you're more likely to blush. So why not try getting your heart rate down and see how it affects you?

Now that we've got a few things down on paper, it's time to get started!

Why do people blush? The majority of blushers have always had this question on the tip of their tongues... but, like many other things, there's never been an answer that's stuck.

One theory suggests that blushing is a way for the body to excrete heat. It's just as likely, however, that blushing shows that you're in a good mood (positive social cues).

The next step was to figure out how much of your body is exposed and how much of your facial skin is visible. The hypothesis proposed was that if you blush in places where others can see your skin, then you want to appear positive. Blushing on the face, therefore, must mean that the person is happy or positive. Another possibility is that blushing is a sign of weakness and blood being pumped to the area - you blush when others think you're in pain.

However, there's a whole lot more to blushing than just blood. Blushing has been shown to be connected to a number of factors such as;

• Your stress level • Your life satisfaction • Your relationship status (with your partner) • Arousal levels (if you blush under pressure, for example) • How smart you are (you tend not to blush if you're intelligent)

So what can I do about my problem?

You may have tried other methods such as swearing at yourself or saying 'Cheese', but it's unlikely that they'll work. They're not going to hurt you, but they're also not going to work in the long term.

The main thing is to find something that works - and stick with it!

In my experience, most blushers tend to feel calm when they're around other people (especially strangers... they don't judge you). You're much more likely to blush when you're on your own - away from everyone else. So if you want to practice reducing your blushing, then start off in a public place first and then slowly work your way up.

Whatever you do, try not to think about it too much... it might be the key!

So, what does everyone else think?

It's time to do something about your blushing problem and stop turning all shades of red. You're going to need to make a decision, though. Do you want to be able to actively control your blushing or simply reduce it?

In the next section I'm going to talk about my top tips for controlling and reducing your blushing, as well as a final piece of advice.

For active control

If you want a plan, then you can use the plan below: Firstly - take note of what triggers your blush. Be mindful of the things that trigger it (even subconsciously) and keep them in mind when you start practicing. Secondly - practice your breathing. It's pretty crucial that breathing well is one of the first things you get right when learning to control your blushing. Thirdly - try not to control everything all at once. Trying to control every thing will just increase your stress levels and make you blush more! Instead, try taking baby steps… slowly learn how much you can do before going over the top! Fourthly - keep on track. Blushing takes time and practice, so don't give up if you don't get it right the first time!

For a reduction in blushing  

This one is pretty simple… just follow these steps: Firstly - pick something that works for you.

Conclusion

If you're looking to control and reduce your blushing, then this guide should help you get started.

If you're still struggling to figure out what to do, then check out my 'blog post' on how to stop blushing .

I hope this guide helps - if it does... thanks for reading!

This guide has given you two options for controlling and reducing your blushing. If you have any questions or any issues with the methods, then feel free to leave a comment below or get in touch with me via my facebook page.

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