9 Simple and effective ways to decrease stress

Posted by Dr. Darrell Pone

· Wednesday, July 31st, 2024

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If you have car trouble, wouldn’t you get your TOOL KIT? Well, if you are stressed you should also get your TOOL KIT

Stress is part of life. In this post I will share with you some tools for managing stress.

9 tools to go in your stress relief tool kit

1. Walk with mindfulness: Listen to the birds, the wind blowing on your face as you walk. Observe the children playing.
2. Breathe: Inhale and slowly exhale.
3.Fragrance: Your spouse will feel so good when he/she smells your fragrance.
4.Hugs: Nothing relaxes you like a warm hug from your mate.
5. Sounds: Listen to the sounds of the waves, birds and children playing.
6. Meditation: Close your eyes and focus on deep breathing. Inhale then exhale slowly and focus on relaxing thoughts.
7 Self talk: THIS IS THE MOST IMPORTANT. You have to be your best friend.. Remember you have value and are loved by others. If you had a rough day, remember to self talk.
8. Arts: Go back to childhood and engage in coloring or painting.
9.Guided Imagery: Imagine yourself in a relaxing environment. It might be a quiet beach; a cool, shady spot in the woods; snuggled in front of a fireplace; fishing; or any place else that is peaceful and soothing to you. Use all of your senses in your imagination.

Want more ideas to relieve stress? Check out this article, 18 Highly Effective Strategies for Relieving Stress, by Elizabeth Scott, PhD.

Things to Consider

What are some things that have helped you relieve stress in the past?
Which of these ideas do you find the easiest to implement when you get stressed?
What are some new ways to relieve stress you’ve never tried before?