"101" Ways to Combat Stress
I have been incredibly stressed the past two months. I went back to school for my senior year and my heavy involvement has caused a lot of long days and even longer nights. Between classwork, outside projects, and sorority events there just doesn't seem to be enough time in my day. It's hard to juggle a personal life and a professional life.
Since we all deal with stress, I thought I'd share 101 ways to combat stress or to relax yourself. It's important to take care of yourself and to detox from all of the emotions building up from stress. Do the things you enjoy doing or the things that relax you to keep your stress level down and to enjoy your life again.
1. Drink warm tea.
2. Play with some puppies.
3. Watch an episode of your favorite show.
4. Take a hot bath.
5. Bake cookies.
6. Get a massage.
7. Count to 10.
8. Read a book.
9. Talk a walk.
10. Paint a new canvas for your wall.
11. Think about one of your favorite days.
12. Go shopping.
13. Listen to your favorite music.
14. Take a nap.
15. Drink a cocktail.
16. Get someone to hug you.
17. Scrapbook.
18. Take a trip out of town.
19. Turn off the overhead light and use a lamp.
20. Organize your room.
21. Take a short drive.
22. Create a short-term goals board for you to see daily.
23. Write about your feelings.
24. Break up your bigger tasks into smaller ones.
25. Practice photography.
26. Go out for a nice dinner.
27. Try boxing.
28. Try listening more and talking less.
29. Look at the bigger picture.
30. Picture yourself being successful in the future.
31. Play piano.
32. Snuggle up under some blankets.
33. Stop trying to multitask.
34. Try a new coffee shop.
35. Go to a flower shop and look around.
36. Squeeze a stress ball.
37. Explore Pinterest for a bit.
38. Arrive somewhere a little earlier.
39. Schedule time with your best friend.
40. Make your own coasters.
41. Go to a trampoline park.
42. Do yoga.
43. Use some essential oils, like Lavender.
45. Pack your book bag or travel bag the night before.
46. Light some candles.
47. Go for a swim.
48. Draw a sketch.
49. Go for a run.
50. Try cupping.
51. Volunteer for something.
52. Take a minute to say a prayer.
53. Go to the park.
54. Try acupuncture.
55. Practice gardening.
56. Learn how to knit.
57. Start a new hobby.
58. Talk about what's making you stressed.
59. Go horseback riding.
60. Try meditation.
61. Smile.
62. Use a warm compress on your neck and shoulders.
63. Do some stretching.
64. Get your nails done.
65. Avoid negative people in your life.
66. Walk your dog.
67. Increase your Vitamin C.
68. Visit the beach.
69. Avoid tight clothing.
70. Stop looking at your phone for an hour.
71. Brush your hair.
72. Take a second to stand up and look around.
73. Stop guessing and start asking.
74. Play board games with friends.
75. Sew something, like a new throw pillow.
76. Tour an art museum.
77. Pop some bubble wrap.
78. Listen to classical music.
79. List out your long-term goals.
80. Eat some dark chocolate.
81. Go outside in the sunshine.
82. Organize your school work by due date.
83. Go to a concert.
84. Limit your caffeine.
85. Think about what you're grateful for.
86. Have a picnic.
87. Focus on one thing at a time.
88. Limit your daily task list. Some things can wait.
89. Go to the gym.
90. Watch a funny movie.
91. Go out and order just dessert.
92. Laugh out loud.
93. Call someone you love.
94. Eat well balanced meals.
95. Take deep breaths.
96. Make a checklist.
97. Get someone to help you out with tasks.
98. Chew some gum or suck on hard candy.
99. Play a game on your phone.
100. Try a face mask.
101. Go window shopping.
I hope that you can use some of these ideas to help calm you down and relax you. Stress is a normal part of being human, but we have to take the time to neutralize it every now and then. Share some of the ways that you fight stress!
