40 Things, Both Big And Small, That ACTUALLY Matter When You're Stressed
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40 Things, Both Big And Small, That ACTUALLY Matter When You're Stressed

Because too often we spend time caring about things that don't.

Madelyn Neal
May 16, 2018
Miami University
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40 Things, Both Big And Small, That ACTUALLY Matter When You're Stressed
Madelyn Neal

Life can be stressful, and I know at least I have a tendency to sweat the small stuff. I think more often than not I get caught up in worrying about little things that I shouldn't spend time or energy caring about. So to that effect, I've decided to write a list of all the things that do matter instead of spending time worrying about what doesn't.

1. Waking up this morning

2. Taking a hot shower

3. Early morning meditations

4. Watching a great movie

5. Any gift. Ever!

6. Making a killer playlist

7. Taking a nap

8. Waffles!!! (especially chocolate chip waffles)

9. A delicious snack

10. A killer outfit

11. COFFEE!

12. Going swimming

13. Airports

14. More coffee

15. Tea (for when you've had your fill of coffee)

16. Un-chipped fingernail polish

17. Taking a study break

18. Deep breaths

19. Good smelling candles

20. A funny Snapchat

21. A really good grade!

22. A productive afternoon

23. A full cell phone battery

24. Surprise FaceTime calls from friends

25. Completed checklists

26. NAPS!!! (can I get an Amen?!)

27. Painting

28. Midnight car rides

29. Ice cream!

30. Sand in between your toes

31. Singing in the shower

32. Pulling all-nighters with your best friends

33. Taking your dog for a walk

34. Roller coasters!!!

35. The smell of a good book

36. Shopping at Target

37. Bagels

38. Hammocking (yes, it's now a verb)

39. ROADTRIPS!

40. Fishing with your grandpa

* * *

This week, just take a few minutes to shed a little bit of the extra and unnecessary weight that can impact your day. Remember: you only get this day once, and your outlook makes all the difference, even though it is sometimes hard to have a positive perspective. However hard of a day you're having, remember that self-care is critical and necessary!

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