Stress Busters & Healthy Pick-Me-Up Ideas

If you experience stress, anxiety or upset from time to time (and lets face it we probably all do) and you feel the need to restore your inner peace and physical health, here are some powerful day to day relievers you could try:

 

> Exercise provides so many benefits and builds up endorphins ‘the happy hormone’.

> Get Barefoot – take a leisurely stroll and go barefoot to get grounded – This ‘earthing’ and a change of scenery should recharge your batteries.

> Meditation or Self Hypnosis is a relaxing method to soothe and rejuvenate the body, mind and spirit. Research the many different ways to accomplish this.

> Muscle Relaxation… Research and try these techniques that allow you to relax all of the muscles in your body, group by group, allowing you to feel physically and emotionally relaxed. A great way to fall asleep fast!

> Fun & Laughter releases tension and brings positive physiological changes.

> Intimacy can bring a rush of endorphins through social connection, touch, breathing, etc and lead to other enjoyable chemical releases!

> Listen to or Play Music.. put on your favourite tunes to help alter your physiological state of mind. Formal music therapy is also available to help with a variety of stress-related issues.

> Time management.. honing these skills can allow you to minimize the stressors that you experience, and better manage the ones you can’t avoid. When you are able to complete everything on your “to do” list without the stress of rushing or forgetting, your whole life feels easier.

> Healthy Mindful Eating.. can bring greater physical and emotional wellness. Poor diets can increase any stress reactors! Find some healthy snack and meal ideas online or talk to your trainer or wellness coach.

> Reducing Caffeine drinks – reducing intake later in the day will help with getting a good night sleep, and reduce chances of becoming emotionally reactive to stress.

> Regulate Alcohol Intake... learn your limits.. Sometimes just one glass of a quality red wine is all you need to relieve any issues the day has unleashed on you. There are now some nice organic wines available, which reduce the amount of preservatives and nasties you consume and therefore reduce the chance of a day destroying hangover!

> Try Herbal Teas.. Start or finish the day with a glass of therapeutic green tea.. (decaf at night). Learn the health benefits associated with the various herbal teas available.

> Healthy Communication... Keep your relationship healthy and stress-free by learning to communicate effectively and assertively. Talk to a life or wellness coach to get some healthy tips.

> Aromatherapy.. can have stress relief benefits and help to energise and relax. Try essential oils in a diffuser

> Gardening… Get one with nature outside with fresh air and scenery. Plant a herb garden and be rewarded with fresh herbs on every meal.

> Try something new – new dance class or maybe Pilates, Meditate, do Qi Gong or Yoga

> Bathe your body in luxury – add Epsom or Himalayan salt crystals

> Be Grateful everyday for your wonderful world, your friends, family and your Awesomeness!

> Be Conscious of why you love yourself and others and know how important it is to do this!

> Do Something each day to bring you a little closer to your Dreams!

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