Stress Less: 10 holistic tips
Call me square. Call me granola. I'm up for any method of reducing stress that doesn't involve prescription or illegal substances.So I really like these holistic ideas for brightening your outlook and lightening the mental load. The authors emphasize taking things slow when it comes to stress reduction. No quick fix or single solution is key. I especially appreciate the idea of doing things that are easy and free. There are such things. Incorporating the following 10 simple tips into daily life, many of which I do myself, can make a big difference:
- Add something beautiful to your life on a daily basis (e.g., flowers).
- Do some enjoyable activities whenever possible.
- Walk, work, and eat at a relaxed pace.
- Take a short break after meals to relax.
- If possible, go outside at least once per day and notice the simple things such as the weather, scenery, etc.
- During the day, whenever you remember, notice the tension in your body (jaw, neck, diaphragm, shoulders, etc.). Breath deeply and gently stretch and relax any tense areas.
- If you notice your mind racing or worrying about the past or future, take a minute to breath deeply and gently focus on something in the moment such as your breath, scenery, birds.
- Take breaks during the workday to relax.
- Wear comfortable and loose clothing when possible. Take off your shoes when you can.
- Avoid holding in feelings day after day, but instead, find a safe place to feel, express and embrace them.
Source: www.holisticmed.com
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