Stress, pressure, and demands all day? That does not have to be the case. Get tips on reducing stress and taking care of yourself.
To be Stressed
You open your eyes. Two seconds later, you start to think: My assignment is due on Thursday! That is, in less than 48 hours. And I’m just getting started. And I’ll work too. In addition, And keep up with Emil on Snapchat. Do you know it? That it’s all too much and falls over. You are not alone. One in every five young people is stressed. To your relief, there are many things that you can do.
Stress-Relieving Tools
1. Stress-Relieving Breathing Techniques
For millennia, monks and wise women have known that breathing can calm you. And it’s not track difficult. Two short videos with breathing techniques for more calm. Try them out next time you need a break.
2. Remember the Breaks (Both the small and the big ones) (Both the small and the big ones)
Do you fly through the week at 120 kph? Allow yourself time to recharge your batteries. It’s fine to give it a short burst of gas. Need some ideas? Check out these 6 great break ideas.
3. Practice Lowering your Expectations
- A bit more training
- I should also spend a few more hours on homework
- I should do so much
Is it true that you should just pile up? That you’re never happy with yourself. That you never think that what you do is good enough. Many agree. Luckily, there are methods to reduce the requirements. Are you struggling with perfectionism? Get 10 useful suggestions.
4. Mindfulness: Taming the Monkey Brain
Do you recall seeing a herd of monkeys in a zoo or on TV? There is calm. But they generally flint. Then down. It’s a s So it is with our thoughts. Worrying about the future. Next, you resent a past event. Then you remember the birthday present for Aunt Winnie.
Fortunately, there are methods to reduce mental noise. Mindfulness is one of the best. Curious? Try these 4 simple mindfulness techniques today.
5. Get Enough Sleep (Hint: 8-10 hours every night)
You’ve heard it 7,000 times. But let me reiterate: sleep is vital to your mood, body, and brain. Not least when you are under stress.
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6. Saying No is Good (both to yourself and others)
Do you know you get too many yeses? You want to. You want to help. You can’t say no. And suddenly it all feels out of control. Welcome.
A. Stop and Notice
Get used to pausing and noticing how you truly feel: Is there calm? Or is it all getting a bit much?
We often leave on autopilot, ignoring our bodies’ and minds’ cries for “Stop, stop, stop!” I need a rest. Louder and louder, but no one hears. So-so.
B. Saying no is good
Say no occasionally. For you and others. Even if you feel like saying yes. “You can’t do it all,” a wise grandmother once said.
7. Laugh your Stress Away
It may sound silly, but it’s good enough: A good laugh helps with stress. Laughter reduces stress hormones in the body, according to studies.
And not only that. You also get an endorphin boost. In fact, endorphins are known as the body’s own happiness substance.
8. Practice Problem Solving
Problems are like weeds. If left unattended, they tend to grow larger and spread. And eventually you may feel drained of all energy. So, practice problem solving before they overwhelm you and cause stress.
9. Get to Know Yourself Better and Avoid Stress
Knowing your body’s signals makes stress detection easier. Stress comes in many forms. Some have trouble sleeping and concentrating. Others withdraw, becoming enraged, irritable, or bored. How do you handle stress? Spend some time thinking about it so that you become more aware of your body’s alarm signals.
10. Tell Someone How you Feel
Walking alone with heavy emotions and thoughts can be super stressful. So, practice sharing your problems. It may be difficult at first. But practice makes it easier.
