4 Tips For Decreasing Stress
Are you feeling stressed out? Here are 4 tips for reducing your stress:
1) Nurture yourself.
Do whatever it is that nurtures you. Take a walk. Call a friend. Read a book. Journal. Meditate. Cook your favorite meal. Get a massage. Take a nap. Watch a movie. Make time to do whatever it is that helps you unwind and relax.
2) Practice gratitude.
Start a gratitude journal. Try it for 1 week and see how it feels. For 1 week, write down 3 things each day that you are grateful for. Examples are “I feel happy about my new shoes,” “I am thankful for my supportive brother,” and “I’m grateful that I’m in good health.”
3) Reach out to friends.
You don’t have to (and you shouldn’t) manage your stress alone. Research has found that social support is an important factor in reducing stress and improving physical and mental health. The number of friends you have is less important than the quality of your friendships. In other words, regardless of the number of friends you have or how often you talk to them, what is most important is that you feel connected to and supported by them.
4) Seek professional help.
Consider meeting with a counselor. If you suffer from anxiety or depression, you are at higher risk for feeling stressed out. If trying the first three tips in this blog post don’t provide you some relief (or if the idea of doing these things is overwhelming), counseling can help you manage your stress and address the underlying issues.
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