In times like these we can all use a little stress relief. In this article we will go over the top 5 stress relievers that can help restore calm and serenity to your chaotic life. You don’t have to invest a lot of time or thought into stress relievers. If your stress is getting out of control and you need quick relief, try one of these following 5 tips.
Meditate
If you are looking for a more standard mediation practice then you want to start by sitting straight with both feet on floor. Close your eyes and focus your attention on saying silently or out loud something positive such as: “I feel at peace” or “I am happy.” Place one hand on your stomach and breathe by repeating the positive things. Let any distracting thoughts float by like clouds. You can tell yourself: “Delete” or “Next” to any negative thoughts and or worries.
Get Moving
Exercise is actually a type of mediation that can be very effective to relieve stress. You don’t have to be an Olympian to understand how to get a good workout. All forms of exercise, including yoga, walking, swimming, cycling, and or dancing along with stretching can ease depression and anxiety by helping the brain release feel-good chemicals (endorphins) and by giving your body a chance to practice dealing with stress. You can go for a walk around the block, take the stairs up and down a few flights, and do some stretching exercises with you head, neck, back, and hamstrings.
Be Grateful
Start the day by being grateful and have a positive outlook in any situation that comes your way. Being grateful cancels out negative thoughts and worries. Write down what you are grateful for and have an “Attitude of gratitude” mindset while also thanking other for helping you along the way. Remember: “Treat others the way you would like to be treated.” It works! When you start feeling stressed, think about the positive things that really matter in life.
Crank Up The Music
Research shows that listening to soothing music can lower blood pressure, heart rate, and anxiety. If you have access to apple playlist, sound cloud, Pandora, and or even the radio you can create a playlist of your favorite music genres and or soothing sounds of nature (the ocean, rain, waterfalls, and or birds chirping in the wild). Let your mind focus on the different melodies, instruments, or singers in the song. Working out with music can really help rhythm and performance when you run, cycle, dance, and or row to the beats.
Laugh Out Loud
Laughing is perhaps one of the best ways to naturally relieve stress. A good “Laugh out loud” lowers cortisol (your bodies stress hormone) and boosts positive brain chemicals. Lighten up by tuning into your favorite sitcom, video, and or visiting your local comedy club. You can also read plenty of memes on the internet and or talk to someone who is naturally funny. Surround yourself around positive and funny people so that you might learn how to be positive on a daily basis.
Want some more motivation? Check out this 30 minute video … some great motivation and inspiring words in this following video shared by Jordan Peterson
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Meditate 
Get Moving
Be Grateful 
Crank Up The Music
