Self Help Tip: Coping with Stress.
This information is only intended to use on yourself.
Stress can either be and have a negative or positive effect on the body. So, it's very important as to how we manage that extra stress. Finding positive ways to deal with stress is very important, so that it doesn't take control of your life.
Here are a few practical ways that you can try especially for those that find themselves working from home.
Get more physical activity - go for a run, walk, or simply just dance around the room.
Practice deep breathing - something that can be done at any time throughout the day. Taking a deep breath, breathe in slowly for a count of 5 in through the nose, hold for 5 seconds then slowly breath out through the mouth. Repeating up to 5 times.
Learn to say 'NO'. Establish some boundaries, especially if you find that you are trying to take on too much.
Meditation - Is a great way to just stop what you're doing and just be (in your own thoughts). A few great apps you could try are Headspace and Smiling Mind.
Start each day with a positive affirmation to counter the negative. Such as: With every air that I exhale, I release the tension or every passing day, I feel more relaxed and calmer.
Do you have any other stress busting tips that you find helpful?
Click on the below button: to watch a short video on the Reflexology Diaphragm Reflex for stress by Branch Reflexology (Barbara Brower). On how to perform it on your own hand's.
Working the diaphragm reflex area can help with anxiety attacks, general stress, and tension.
