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Five Ways To Alleviate Stress

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So you're a little stressed out. Or a lot. Everyone goes through some stress at some point in their life. Whether it's big or small, I have some easy ways to help you alleviate your stress.


1. Take a bubble bath.

Taking a bubble bath is my number one stress reliever. Grab some candles, get a good book, and fill up the tub. If you don't have a bath tub, a long, hot shower works just the same. The heat helps to calm your nerves and help you relax.

Some of my favorite candles are the Bath & Body Works Eucalyptus Spearmint candle. It's part of their stress relief aromatherapy line. It also comes in a body wash/bubble bath.

You can purchase the candle here.

And the bubble bath here:

Another one of my favorite candles is the Sonoma "Be Relaxed" candle. I found it at Kohl's. You can find it in store, order it online, or buy it online and pick it up in the store.

And you can purchase it here:

2. Keep a journal.

Keeping a journal is one of my favorite ways to de-stress. Writing in a journal helps you get your thoughts out. If you're like me and you don't like talking about things, writing is your next best thing. Sometimes I'll write what's bothering me or write just for the sake of writing. Sometimes I'll use it as a way of problem solving and just write every thought I have until I figure it out. You can write your thoughts, draw pictures, or write your favorite quotes and phrases.

3. Exercise.

Exercising doesn't necessarily mean running or doing any vigorous activity. You could go on a run, a walk, a hike, a bike ride, or play tennis. Exercise increases your endorphin output, which is what gives you that "runners high" feeling. I'm not big on exercise. But sometimes when I feel really stressed, I find that going on a long walk or running helps relax my mind.

4. Practice time management skills.

This is more of a long-term way to reduce/relieve stress. Time management is one of the most important things you could do to reduce your stress. Use a planner or keep a journal of things you need to do. Make to-do lists. Making a to-do list will keep everything that you need to do organized. Writing in a planner puts what you need to do right in front of you so you can have a visualization of everything you need to do for the week, month, or year.

5. Read a book.

Studies have found that reading works better and faster than some other typical stress relieving acts such as listening to music or drinking tea. This is because reading invites you into a completely different world where your stressors and anxiety don't exist. It's an escape from reality and it will give you a chance to de-stress.


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