Stress X5

Believe it or not stress in a manageable amount is actually good for your body... but the average person has way more than they need to be healthy in their daily lives. Stress doesn't have to be just from work or relationships, it can be environmental as well. Smog and traffic are as guilty for the stress our bodies feel as are getting fired, a fast approaching deadline, or a break up. How can we deal with stress in a healthy way? Here are some ideas, try a few and see how you feel!

1. Exercise, something as simple as walking can reduce stress and anxiety enormously

2. Meditation, calming your mind, and quieting the little voice in your head can do wonders

3. Clean, seems like this would cause more stress but cleaning up clutter can actually reduce stress and make us feel more relaxed

4. Laugh, spending time with friends and family who make us laugh and give off positive energy, reading a book or watching a movie that makes us laugh, release feel good hormones and reduce stress quickly

5. Breathe, Taking deep breathes controls your heart beat, helps slow your mind, and eases tension and stress, plus you can do it anywhere!

So next time you are feeling overwhelmed and ready to explode, try one or all of these and watch your stress become a thing of the past