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Change your mindset
- Think of something good you did today.
- Keep a positive attitude.
- Accept that there are events that you cannot control.
- Be assertive instead of aggressive.
- Think of something that makes you smile. Make someone else smile.
- Practice mindfulness. Learning to focus on your breathing can help you reduce stress.
Get Creative & Organized
- Tell a dad joke – example: I always knock on the refrigerator door before I open it because the salad may be dressing
- Pick up a new hobby or craft.
- Write a reflection journal.
- Listening to soothing music
- Play with your pets
- Organize yourself. Pick one area or room to start, then branch out to other areas.
Stay Healthy
- Take a 10-minute walk. According to a few experts, if you take a walk it will help reduce endorphins in the system that cause stress.
- Exercise; it’s one of the most important things you can do to combat stress.
- Learn and practice relaxation techniques; try meditation, yoga, or tai-chi for stress management.
- Eat healthy, well-balanced meals.
- Try aromatherapy. Find a scent that reminds you of something pleasant.
- Reduce your caffeine intake.
- Chew gum.
- Make sure you’re getting enough sleep. Unplug from electronics before bed.
- Take supplements (Green tea, Lemon balm, omega-3 fatty acids, etc.)
- Spend time with friends and family.
- Laugh; a good healthy laugh relieves muscle tension, leaving your body relaxed for up to 45 minutes after you stop laughing.
