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Stress is a feeling of anxiety and tension. As the lives have become faster, stress has become a part of daily life. A lot of people go through this phase. Do you feel stress and anxiety have taken over your life? Do you feel too frustrated daily? Then there are some tips for you to relieve yourself from stress and anxiety.
1. Exercise
2. Regulate Breathing
3. Try Yoga
4. Smile
5. See Your Friends
6. Try Mindfulness
7. Cut Down On Caffeine
8. Cut Down On Sugar
9. Eat Dark Chocolate
10. Listen To Relaxing Music
11. Dance Therapy
12. Socialise
13. FAQs
Exercise
Exercise is the most important thing to combat stress. Workouts help do away with your stress. The benefits become stronger and effective when done regularly. People who engage in daily exercise are less likely to face anxiety. Daily one hour of exercise can improve your physical health also.
Pro Tip: If you are not a fitness freak, do light exercises at home. Daily jogging can be good for your health too.
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Regulate Breathing
Breathing exercises cost just a few minutes and form one of the most common forms of exercise to reduce stress and anxiety. They are very effective too. You can breathe in and out for a few minutes. Keep your mind unoccupied during the process and you can keep your eyes closed. Meditation is also helpful. You need to sit quietly, keeping your eyes closed and breath in and out. Do it for at least 15 minutes.
Pro Tip: Keep at least 15 minutes for yourself and improve your mental health. Even if you are not stressed, it will be beneficial for you.
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Yoga is not only good for physical flexibility and building muscle strength but also helps your mind to be flexible. Yoga balances the core strength and mood swings. Yoga classes are available across the country, try a few online ones. Or read up and try out! You can subscribe to some free yoga channel on YouTube and dedicate an hour to the activities.
Pro Tip: Early morning yoga is beneficial, not just for health, but to adopt as a way of life.
Smile
Forcing a smile might be the last thing you want to do when you’re stressed but the physical act of smiling can actually boost your mood. If you’re struggling to smile, try thinking of a recent time when you were happy or laughing and remember how you felt then.
Pro Tip: It is difficult to laugh when you are stressed but try to visit a laughing club for the purpose.
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See Your Friends
Meeting your friends and loved ones is always good for mental health. Talk with them about your concerns and feelings or the things bothering you. Share your problems with them. And in the modern era, your loved ones are just a call or text away from you. Don’t hesitate to communicate.
Pro Tip: If you can’t meet immediately, text them or call them. Talk with the ones who are positive and available for you.
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Try Mindfulness
Being mindful is the best solution to stop thinking about the past. Concentrate on the present and think about the future. What is done is done. It cannot be changed but give your best to what awaits you. In this, you can enjoy yourself more and be self-aware.
Pro Tip: Being mindful may not be easy, but each time you feel or do something, engage your thoughtfully on it and know why you are doing it.
Cut Down On Caffeine
Restrict the consumption of caffeine. Tea and coffee can make your bad day feel less stressful at the time, but overconsumption can be bad for your mental health. Having coffee before going to bed affects your sleep patterns as well. However, caffeine tolerance varies from individual to individual.
Pro Tip: Don’t consume more than one litre of coffee a day.
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Cut Down On Sugar
Sugar can be inflammatory. Sugar might satisfy your taste buds but it can stimulate your anxiety in the long run. Sugary food can make you feel good and boost your energy momentarily, but it impacts your mood negatively. If you suffer from mood swings and anxiety, cut down your intake. Try alternatives like fresh fruits instead when you have cravings.
Pro Tip: There are a whole lot of natural, healthier alternatives to sugar available, make them a way of life.
Eat Dark Chocolate
While too much sugar consumption should be avoided, dark chocolate is always healthy. Choose your favourite bar to munch on (albeit judiciously) when you feel stressed.
Pro Tip: Try picking a bar with low sugar content.
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Listen To Relaxing Music
Forge a friendship with music and you will not regret it! Music helps in all sorts of phases and moods and all it takes to elevate your stress is a listen to your fave number. Go on, try it. If you are experiencing high levels of stress, consider joining a class of music therapy.
Pro Tip: Keep a playlist handy so you can fall back on it in a jiffy when the need arises!
Dance Therapy
Just like music therapy, dance therapy is also a way to destress. Dance to the song you like. Dance like nobody's watching. It can make anyone feel good and active.
Pro Tip: You don’t need to be a professional dancer. Just be yourself and dance away the blues!
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Socialise
Socialise with people, your co-workers, friends etc. Have fun and go out with them. Missing out on social life is not good for your life. Engage in activities with them. All these things will keep you away from overthinking and stress.
Pro Tip: While socialising is necessary, keep time for yourself also.
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FAQs
Q. What is stress?
A. Stress is a feeling of tension and being overstretched. Stress can occur from any event that might disturb you mentally. Stress is the reaction of your body to certain events. You can be stressed because of career or relationship related issues, frustration etc.
Q. Who is prone to stress?
A. Any person can feel stressed at any point in time, but adults and teenagers are prone to stress and anxiety more than children.
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Q. Can stress affect someone’s mental health?
A. Stress can negatively impact mental health. Being stressed for a long time can destabilize your mental health. You can feel depressed also. It is better don’t let stress take over your mental health.
Q. When to see a doctor?
A. If you are overstressed and that is taking a toll on your health then it is time to consult a doctor. It can be severe stress that can take you through mental instability. It is better to consult a doctor and take medication for the same.
Q. What to do if you can’t manage your stress and anxiety on your own?
A. If you can’t manage it on your own then take help from your parents or friends or partner or consult a doctor. But never let the feelings grow. According to a study, at least one out of four people going through mental health problem is because of anxiety.
