No matter who you are or how happy you are with your life you are bound to have some stressful days. When those stressful days come just follow these tips and hopefully they will allow you to relax and forget your stress for a while.
1. Read a book
We all need to escape sometimes and what better way to escape than to read your favorite book or a new find from the bookstore.
2. Go on a walk
Sometimes you need to get away to be alone for a while. Walk to your favorite flower shop or just around your local park. Walking is one of the most calming activities to do when you're feeling overwhelmed with life.
3. Watch a movie
What is more calming than cuddling up with your favorite blanket and watching a new film?
4. Call a friend
We all need someone to talk to sometimes. If you're every feeling stressed try calling one of your friends and asking them to join you while you watch a movie or to go to coffee with you to talk. Sometimes all you need is someone to vent to about what is causing your stress so you can let out the frustration you've been holding in.
5. Go on a long car ride
I mean what could be more stress relieving than a long car ride on some back roads with beautiful views? Just make sure to fill up on gas and update your playlist before you leave for optimum relaxation.
6. Sing karaoke in public with friends
Because nothing is more enjoyable than making a complete fool of yourself with those you love by your side.
7. Write in your diary/journal
If you maybe struggle with talking to friends about what is going on then this could be another possible option you may want to consider. Often once you write down what is causing you to be stressed out you will feel a sense of relief because you won't feel like you are keeping it bottled up inside anymore.
8. Take a nap
Sleep solves everything, doesn't it?
9. Color in a coloring book
Despite what many believe, coloring can actually be a very useful way to rid yourself of unwanted stress. Plus with the many new adult coloring books in stores nowadays it's hard to not find one to fall in love with.
10. Take a bath/shower
There is something therapeutic about taking a shower and washing off the day. If you're more of a bath person light some candles and play some peaceful music as you relax.
