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May 19, 2020 by JenniferJane

5 Ways To Deal With Stress

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The world we currently live in has more stress to deal with, on a daily basis, than ever before. Knowing how to deal with stress, having tools for managing it and paying attention to our own triggers has never been more vital to our mental health.

Knowing how to deal with stress, having tools for managing it and paying attention to our own triggers has never been more vital to our mental health.
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Stress is something that people have to deal with daily, but now more than ever, everyone can see the effect that it is having on those around them. Constant exposure to everything that is going on in the world via the internet and television only adds to the stress that people are feeling.

There are many things that you can do to reduce your stress levels. Below you will find some suggests that might help…

5 Ways To Deal With Stress

Exercise

Although exercise is mentioned a lot when people talk about physical and mental health, it is because it really can help. When you are feeling tense or stressed, taking the time to do some sort of exercise can help you to release the stress hormones from your body so that you feel calmer and more relaxed afterward. You can choose to walk, dance, or run, as any form of exercise will help.

Exercise can also make it easier to sleep, as stress can affect your ability to sleep and make you feel even more stressed. Getting a good amount of sleep at night can reduce stress levels and make you feel better in yourself.

Switch off

An overload of information can cause stress, so an excellent way to deal with stress is to log off your social media and turn off your phone so that you can allow your brain to rest and recharge. The best time to log off social media is before you go to bed.

Take the time to do something relaxing, like reading, so that when it is time for you to sleep, it is easier.

Say no

Many people find it hard to say no because they don’t want to let people down, or they don’t want to miss out on potentially great opportunities. However, sometimes you have to say no.

If you have too much on your plate, everything that you have to do will become stressful all at once. Saying no doesn’t make you a bad person, it just means you are busy and looking out for yourself. 

Find a way to relax

Everybody relaxes in different ways, so you should find what you like to do to switch off and relax. It could be that you like coloring or making things. You might find that practicing mindfulness helps you to relax.

Some might find that getting a weed delivery every now and then helps them to relax. Whatever it is, make sure it is something that you enjoy and that it doesn’t start to become something toxic that you rely on.

Vent

One of the best ways to deal with stress is to talk to a friend or loved one. They will be able to help you put everything into perspective and reassure you about the thing you are stressed about. You can also return the favor by being there for them when they are stressed.

If you don’t want to talk to a friend or family member, you may find that talking to a therapist helps as you can talk to them freely and in confidence.

When it comes to tools to deal with stress, you can never have too many! So take these tips and ideas, add them to your stress management list and utilize them when you need to!

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