1) Get some fresh air: You
can almost immediately lower your stress response by getting outdoors and
breathing in fresh, clean air. If you can take a walk in sunshine for a few
minutes, your vitamin D levels may also receive a boost. Both fresh air and
sunshine can increase the body's level of serotonin (the hormone that makes you
feel happy). Focusing on the sights, sounds, and smells around you can also
help you take your focus off your stressors.
2) Engage in enjoyable activities: Whether
it's playing/listening to music, painting a picture, walking your dog, do
something that absorbs and relaxes you.
3) Try relaxation techniques: When
you are stressed, your mind might wander, you may feel distracted or unfocused,
and you will probably have difficulty relaxing. Meditation, guided imagery,
yoga, and tai chi can assist in slowing your breathing and focus your mind in a
positive direction.
4) Exercise regularly: Whether
it's walking outside with a friend, taking an exercise class at the gym, or
taking dancing lessons, becoming and staying active can help you relax,
increase oxygen levels to your body and brain, and help reduce your body's
response to stress.
5) Develop an attitude of gratitude: By
focusing on the positive aspects of your life, you are less likely to
experience a stress response. Positive emotions translate into a lower heart
rate, lower oxygen consumption, lower blood pressure, and feelings of
relaxation and peace.
6)
Laugh
often: The pleasant feelings associated with joyful
laughter decrease stress hormones, resulting in increased blood flow to the
brain and improved immune function.
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