10 Smart Ways To Instantly Get Rid Of Stress & Lead A Happy Life

May 22, 2018

One of the major factors impacting the mental health in the western world nowadays is stress. Even though stress does not count as a mental health issue in itself, it has the potential to cause depression, self-harm, anxiety and in the most extreme cases suicide. A lot of physical health problems also occur as a result of taking too much stress. Since it has unwillingly become a part of our daily life, there is no shame in discussing it openly and working together towards solutions. There are many readily available solutions that we can do on a regular basis to get rid of stress. Henceforth, here is a list of tips that will prove helpful to you during those stressful times.

There are several apps like MyCalmBeat or Breethe that helps you to slow your breathing and calm your mind. It forces you to focus on your breath, bring it under control and clear your mind. You can match your breath-ins and outs with the lungs filling and emptying on the screen.

Cooking is another stress relieving activity. While many people choose to stress eat, it would help if you try to cook something you like from scratch rather than feeding yourself junk. Making something your mom used to make for you as a child, or something your friend loves can be very meditative and therapeutic.

It sounds like a task but Dance, run, jog, stretch or walk, do whatever you can or like to sweat it out. All you need to do is release those endorphins and experience a natural high and a smile on your face.

There is nothing that a hot shower cannot fix. Treat yourself by adding some soft music, scented candles and a 'do not disturb' sign. Collect your thoughts and let that stress wash away.

We often tend to seclude ourselves and get lost in our problems, when a lot of the issues can be fixed by speaking to a friend or a family member. They will help you look at your problems from a different perspective, and whether that helps you or not, you will still feel light after sharing them with your closed ones.

A good habit to cultivate is to take out time and have a word with yourself. Sometimes when you in a situation, and nothing seems to work, it is always a good idea to be your own positive reinforcement.

Believe it or not, a good sleep cycle takes 80% of the stress away. If you are unable to sleep at night or cannot get a good night's sleep, you should consult a doctor. But before that, you can try using meditation. Several meditation apps or videos on YouTube will help you sleep!

It is another old school technique to distract yourself from the worries that are trying to bring you down. Immerse yourself in your favorite book and visit someone else's world. Maybe you will find a solution there or perhaps you won't. It will still be worth it.

Writing what you feel often takes the stress away. It helps you gather your thoughts and emotions and articulate them. Sometimes, what feels like a more significant issue in your head may seem like no big deal once you write it down. Use this journal to write about things that make you happy and leave little reminders for yourself, that might come handy on tough days.

Take two tennis balls, hold them in hands and put them behind your head. Lie down on your back. Roll your head in both, back and forth, and up and down motion and enjoy the sweet release.
 

These ten tips can come handy as instant stress relievers whenever you feel like you can’t go on! Let us know what you think in the comment section. Help your stressed friends by showing them this article!

Our content is created to the best of our knowledge, yet it is of general nature and cannot in any way substitute an individual consultation with your doctor. Your health is important to us!