make life fun
Bet you have few hobbies or interests that you have let slide over the years. I can assume that you had a good time with these interests and in a way you regret them having to take a back seat in your busy life. Well the fact is you need these secondary interests, these are the things that allow your mind and body to turn off and rest away from the sources of stress, but still remain active. Try and recapture the “fun” element of these hobbies. And if they get you to go places outside of your daily routine, so much the better.
Take five and relax
Consider getting outside of your comfort zone. Do something different, especially if it is stress reducing. Relax, step away from the problem at hand. Things like massage, yoga, Tai Chi, meditation en just simply listening to music can help.
Stop take a breath
This may sound really lame. But stop, close your eyes, and take several very deep breaths. This you will find activicates the bodies natural relaxation reflexes. With each breath the tension and stress will reduce.
Laugh
It’s well know that the happier and more you laugh and smile the less tense you are. Your entire body responds on a number of levels to the positive effects of laugher. Go watch your favourite comedy DVD, TV comedy, get out of the house go see a local comedy performance or a touring comedian
Be self away
Be very aware of what your tell tale signs are when you are becoming stressed. These could be: restless sleep patterns, mood changes, general tension, increase heart rate, shallow breathing. Look for the signs, remember them, and take action when they occur. This includes seeing your regular Doctor (you do have one don’t you).
Be kind to yourself
Make sure that you get a good nights sleep, eat regular meals, and just ensure that your body has a chance to run normally as it should. That means reducing caffeine and alcohol intake as these act as stimulants. Also from time to time reward yourself with a little things that make you happy.
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