Stress Less - Live Best Stress is hard.
Stress is tough.
Life has many challenges for each and every one of us and at times stress can build up within ourselves, causing fatigue or feeling like we're on the verge of a mental breakdown.
Whether family related, career wise, or something deeper we all have to deal with stress in our daily lives.
Building up pent up stress isn't healthy, everyone knows this, so how might you go about treating yourself to some much needed rest? Sure you could try the more popular tried-and-true techniques such as getting a massage, exercising, or listening to music but this post is about ways to relieve stress as well as finding fun ways to do so.
#1.
Have a tea party! Yup! What a more perfect way to get rid of stress than by partying? I can't think of any other way.
But instead of alcohol have an immense variety of teas lying around.
I suggest green tea and orange pekoe.
They're the most relaxing.
Invite your best companions and those that are going through stressful times as well.
You'll unwind like you've never have before! #2.
Do battle with pillows! Just as good as a tea party, maybe even better! Make some rules up.
Have an objective.
Build forts and secret weapons such as a pillow catapult.
Invite all your friends.
Obliterate each other.
You might be growing older but it doesn't mean you have to grow up! #3.
Learn an instrument! Accomplish something in your life that amuses you.
Sure it might be a bit challenging at first but occupying yourself with something other than your work will bring you fulfillment.
And teach yourself! No need for lessons, you aren't trying to be a professional.
#4.
Attend a comedy show! Nothing eases away stress better than laughter.
Find some comedy shows nearby or find some other ways to induce merriment.
Go watch the latest movie that everyone is talking about, it's probably terrible anyways! Laugh at the cheesy parts! #5.
Bubble Wrap! Period.
Everyone loves bubble wrap.
Buy yourself a bunch of sheets and pop that stress away! #6.
Take a cold shower with your partner! Sounds fun! But make sure to keep the water cold! By the end you and your partner will be laughing more than hyenas! #7.
De-clutter! Nothing builds up stress more than a home full of junk.
Get rid of all that stuff that is bringing your energy levels down.
You'll feel better by the end.
#8.
Fulfill a bucket list item! Doing something you've always wanted to do is a sure way to get rid of stress.
Skydive, cliff jump, visit Machu Picchu! Whatever you have to do! #9.
Visit an aquarium! I don't think there's anything more soothing than watching aquamarine life.
Discover how to loosen up like water creatures.
#10.
Art galleries & shows! Good art is relaxing.
Get lost in beautiful pieces and bring a part of that beauty back with you.
#11.
Form better habits! Too much coffee? Not enough sleep? Unhealthy foods? Not enough time to do things you enjoy? Cut out the habits that are causing stress and replace them with better ones.
Exercise everyday, eat healthy, there are plenty of options.
Form habits that will make your life more relaxing.
The key is commitment and willpower.
Distress vs.
Eustress Be sure you know the difference between eustress and distress though, one works to help us and the other works against us.
Distress is what makes us feel frustrated, it leads to bad health in the long run.
Know the difference before you go out to eliminate it.
Stress is tough.
Life has many challenges for each and every one of us and at times stress can build up within ourselves, causing fatigue or feeling like we're on the verge of a mental breakdown.
Whether family related, career wise, or something deeper we all have to deal with stress in our daily lives.
Building up pent up stress isn't healthy, everyone knows this, so how might you go about treating yourself to some much needed rest? Sure you could try the more popular tried-and-true techniques such as getting a massage, exercising, or listening to music but this post is about ways to relieve stress as well as finding fun ways to do so.
#1.
Have a tea party! Yup! What a more perfect way to get rid of stress than by partying? I can't think of any other way.
But instead of alcohol have an immense variety of teas lying around.
I suggest green tea and orange pekoe.
They're the most relaxing.
Invite your best companions and those that are going through stressful times as well.
You'll unwind like you've never have before! #2.
Do battle with pillows! Just as good as a tea party, maybe even better! Make some rules up.
Have an objective.
Build forts and secret weapons such as a pillow catapult.
Invite all your friends.
Obliterate each other.
You might be growing older but it doesn't mean you have to grow up! #3.
Learn an instrument! Accomplish something in your life that amuses you.
Sure it might be a bit challenging at first but occupying yourself with something other than your work will bring you fulfillment.
And teach yourself! No need for lessons, you aren't trying to be a professional.
#4.
Attend a comedy show! Nothing eases away stress better than laughter.
Find some comedy shows nearby or find some other ways to induce merriment.
Go watch the latest movie that everyone is talking about, it's probably terrible anyways! Laugh at the cheesy parts! #5.
Bubble Wrap! Period.
Everyone loves bubble wrap.
Buy yourself a bunch of sheets and pop that stress away! #6.
Take a cold shower with your partner! Sounds fun! But make sure to keep the water cold! By the end you and your partner will be laughing more than hyenas! #7.
De-clutter! Nothing builds up stress more than a home full of junk.
Get rid of all that stuff that is bringing your energy levels down.
You'll feel better by the end.
#8.
Fulfill a bucket list item! Doing something you've always wanted to do is a sure way to get rid of stress.
Skydive, cliff jump, visit Machu Picchu! Whatever you have to do! #9.
Visit an aquarium! I don't think there's anything more soothing than watching aquamarine life.
Discover how to loosen up like water creatures.
#10.
Art galleries & shows! Good art is relaxing.
Get lost in beautiful pieces and bring a part of that beauty back with you.
#11.
Form better habits! Too much coffee? Not enough sleep? Unhealthy foods? Not enough time to do things you enjoy? Cut out the habits that are causing stress and replace them with better ones.
Exercise everyday, eat healthy, there are plenty of options.
Form habits that will make your life more relaxing.
The key is commitment and willpower.
Distress vs.
Eustress Be sure you know the difference between eustress and distress though, one works to help us and the other works against us.
Distress is what makes us feel frustrated, it leads to bad health in the long run.
Know the difference before you go out to eliminate it.