Happy Monday! Is stress making you feel upset or overwhelmed? Then this lifestyle post is just for you. Stress relievers can help bring calmness and peace into your busy life. If your stress is getting out of control, and you need quick relief then keep reading for all the deets.

stress relief tips & tricks

Avoid unhealthy habits

Some people deal with stress with unhealthy habits. These include too much caffeine, alcohol, smoking, eating too much, or using illegal substances. These habits can harm your health and increase your stress level.

Meditate

Meditation can give you a sense of calm, peace, and balance that can help your emotional well-being and overall health.

Laugh more

When you laugh it lightens your mental load. It also causes positive physical changes in the body.

Assert yourself

Learning to say no or being willing to delegate can help you manage your to-do list and your stress. Healthy boundaries are important in a wellness journey. Everyone has physical and emotional limits.

Try yoga

Yoga brings together physical and mental disciplines that help you reach peace of body and mind. Yoga can help you relax and ease stress and anxiety.

Keep a journal

Writing down your thoughts and feelings can be a good release. Don’t think about what to write let it happen. Write anything that comes to mind.

Get musical and be creative

Listening to or playing music is a good stress reliever. It can offer a mental distraction, lessen muscle tension and lower stress hormones. Try anything that makes you focus on what you’re doing rather than what you think you should be doing.

Seek counseling

If new stressors are making it hard for you to cope, it may be time to think about therapy. Consider therapy if self-care measures are not relieving your stress. You could also consider counseling. Therapy can be a good idea if you feel overwhelmed or trapped.

Remember it is not selfish to put yourself first and take care of yourself. You can’t pour from an empty cup so make yourself a priority and manage your stress effectively.

How do you manage your stress levels? Let me know in the comments.

–Chantel Keona