Practice Yoga. Yoga combines physical movement, meditation, light exercise, and controlled breathing—all of which provide excellent stress relief. And while you’re likely to reap immediate benefits from a single yoga […]
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Take a Walk. Exercise is a fantastic stress reliever that can work in minutes. Taking a walk allows you to enjoy a change of scenery, which can get you into […]
Cut out Things That Add to Your Stress. Sometimes, the best way to reduce your stress is to cut something out of your life. Get rid of the things that […]
Reassess Your To-Do Lists. If you’re trying to squeeze 20 hours worth of work into 16 hours, you’re going to feel stressed. Reducing your workload could be key to helping […]
AVOID UNHEALTHY HABITS. Don’t rely on alcohol, smoking and caffeine as your ways of coping. This is called avoidance behavior. It’s like putting your head in the sand. It might […]
GET A HUG FROM A LOVED ONE. Physical touch can do a lot to relieve your stress. Hugging a loved one can be especially beneficial. When you hug someone, Oxytocin […]
WORK SMARTER, NOT HARDER. Working smarter means prioritizing your work, concentrating on the tasks that’ll make a real difference. Leave the least important tasks to last. Determine which tasks need […]
EXERCISE MORE OFTEN. A common misconception is that exercise will make you more tired; regular exercise can actually boost your morale and energy levels. Go for a walk during lunch, […]
PRACTICE PROGRESSIVE MUSCLE RELAXATION. Progressive muscle relaxation involves relaxing all the muscles in your body, group by group. To practice, you can start with a few deep breaths. Then, practice […]
TRY GUIDED IMAGERY. Guided imagery is like taking a short vacation in your mind. It can involve imaging yourself being in your “happy place”—maybe picturing yourself sitting on a beach, […]
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