Stress can really put a strain on a person's life and a lot of people don't know how to deal with stress. These are just a few ways that help me lower my stress level and might help you.
1. Take a walk
Getting fresh air helps clear my head and exercising is beneficial but this way you're not actually going to the gym or running if that's not your thing.
2. Drink some tea
Tea is so helpful. Peppermint tea is my favorite to calm me down. I recommend finding a tea that is most beneficial for you. Research some teas and figure out what you think you would like the best.
3. Play with dogs
Animals are just natural stress-relievers to me and playing with my dog gets my mind off whatever was going on and makes me smile.
4. Take a nap
Naps are a blessing. I feel better every time I take a nap. I am more able to handle my homework or go to work feeling refreshed rather than snippy and angry.
5.Take a bath
Not everyone likes baths, but a bubble bath is a really good way to relax. Get some bubble bath that has a calming scent and I guarantee you'll be feeling much better when you get out.
6. Light some candles
Like tea, candles have a calming effect to them. There are specific candles to help with stress and I've found that it helps quite a lot.
7. Read a book
Reading really calms me down because I can escape to a make-believe world for a bit and forget about all my problems in the real world.
8. Listen to calming music
Music is great for anything. Sad? Listen to music. Happy? Listen to music. Stressed? Listen to music. I like to listen to either classical or jazz because there's little to no words so I can just focus on the rhythm of the music.
9. Write in your journal
Journaling is a great way to get your thoughts out of your head. Whether it be an electronic journal or handwritten, it's great to outline your thoughts and emotions rather than just keeping them bottled up in your head.
10. Take deep breaths
Focusing on your breathing makes you less likely to hyperventilate and automatically makes you calm down. I take a deep breath and count to 10 probably five times a day just to focus myself.