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healthpartners.com
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https://www.healthpartners.com/blog/tips-for-reducing-stress-at-home
Of course, it’s easy to stop seeing things that are right in front of you. So, when you’re feeling stress at home, be mindful of the items around you and seek out the ones that bring you joy.
### 3. Use essential oils for your home and self-care
Smells matter! For example, fresh-baked cookies can remind you of good times with your family – plus they can cover up any funky smells like your son’s super-stinky socks. [...] It can be helpful to bucket your tasks and set a schedule for what needs to be done daily, weekly, monthly and yearly. For example:
Creating a calm, happy environment is a start. But how you spend your time can reduce home stress even more. [...] Of course, whipping up a daily batch of cookies is unlikely to fit into your busy schedule or a healthy diet. Easier ways to use scents to boost your mood include lighting scented candles or using essential oils. Some of the best essential oils for stress relief are lavender, rosemary, jasmine, bergamot, lemongrass and neroli.
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colorado.edu
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https://www.colorado.edu/law/25-quick-ways-reduce-stress
5. Give Yourself a Hand Massage
When there’s no professional masseuse in sight, try DIYing a hand massage for instant relaxation that calms a pounding heart. Hands in general can carry a lot of tension. Apply some lotion and start kneading the base of the muscle under the thumb to relieve stress in the shoulders, neck, and scalp. [...] 18. Chew Gum
A stick of gum is a surprisingly quick and easy way to beat stress. No matter the flavor, just a few minutes of chewing can actually reduce anxiety and lower cortisol levels.
19. Sip Green Tea
Green tea is a source of L-Theanine, a chemical that helps relieve anger. Boil the water, pour it out, and take a soothing sip. [...] 22. Create a Zen Zone
Make (or find) a space that’s completely free of stress where you can go to relax. Set up a comfortable chair or light some incense and disappear there for a few minutes until the tension dissipates.
23. Write It Down
Putting our emotions on paper can make them seem less intimidating. Try journaling before a big exam to calm your nerves.
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health.harvard.edu
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https://www.health.harvard.edu/healthy-aging-and-longevity/top-ways-to-reduce…
Stretch your muscles. Your muscles tense up under stress. Relieve that tension by stretching. "While sitting or standing, inhale, raise your arms overhead, lace your fingers together, stretch, release your fingers, and exhale as you lower your arms to each side. Repeat three times," Dr. Ramchandani says. [...] Reduce loud noise in your environment. "Loud noise triggers the stress response," Dr. Ramchandani notes. "It makes it hard to think and takes you away from being mindful. If loud noise is unavoidable — perhaps because it comes from neighbors, traffic, or someone in your home or office — try wearing earplugs or noise-canceling headphones." [...] Counter negative thoughts. Positive thoughts help boost positive emotions. "Find three positive things for one negative or stressful thought," Dr. Ramchandani suggests. "Count your blessings, such as a safe place to live, a nice meal, and heat for your home during cold weather," she says.
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virtua.org
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https://www.virtua.org/articles/10-quick-ways-to-de-stress
Sight, smell, sound, and taste—you'll be amazed how quickly the stress melts away when you focus on just one of them. Eat something that you crave and savor each bite. Light a scented candle and breathe in your favorite scent. Listen to a beautiful piece of music and let it take you away. Look at something beautiful in your surroundings that makes you stop and stare. [...] Doing something creative you enjoy, like cooking, baking, coloring with colored pencils or doodling, or taking pictures, can give you a break in a stressful situation. For example, cooking or baking requires focus, concentration, and physical activity—especially if you're making bread or rolling out dough. [...] Mindfulness helps you check in with yourself, practicing awareness of your thoughts, feelings, and senses in the moment without judging them. To start, do one thing mindfully each day. Pick a mundane activity like eating breakfast or brushing your teeth, and practice being present in those moments for two minutes.
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healthline.com
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https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/16-ways-relieve-stress-anxiety
Engaging in activities that support self-care may help reduce stress and anxiety. These can include getting more exercise, mindfulness practices, and eating a well-balanced diet.
Minimizing the chronic stress of daily life as much as possible can support your overall health. Chronic stress can increase your risk of health conditions, including:
heart disease
anxiety disorders
depression
Certain factors may affect your vulnerability to stress. These can include: [...] Deep breathing aims to focus your awareness on your breath, making it slower and deeper. When you breathe in deeply through your nose, your lungs fully expand, and your belly rises. This helps slow your heart rate.
## 15. Spend time with a pet
Having a pet may help reduce stress and improve your mood. When you cuddle or touch your pet, your body releases oxytocin — a hormone linked to positive moods.
Having a pet may also help relieve stress by: [...] There are many apps and websites that can help you get started with meditation. There may also be therapists in your area who specialize in MBCT.
### How to hold space
Holding space is a form of mindfulness that can reduce stress. It involves allowing yourself to feel your emotions without self-criticism. Learn how to hold space for yourself.
## 12. Cuddle
Studies show positive physical contact may help relieve stress.
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mayoclinic.org
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https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/stress-management/in-depth/stres…
You can practice guided meditation, guided imagery, mindfulness, visualization and other forms of meditation anywhere at any time. For example, you could meditate when you're out for a walk, riding the bus to work or waiting at your health care provider's office. Try an app to show you how to do these exercises. And you can try deep breathing anywhere.
## Laugh more [...] Physical activity can pump up your feel-good endorphins and other natural neural chemicals that boost your sense of well-being. Exercise also can refocus your mind on your body's movements. This refocus can improve your mood and help the day's irritations fade away. So go on a walk, take a jog, work in your garden, clean your house, bike, swim, weight train, vacuum or do anything else that gets you active.
## Eat a healthy diet [...] ## Keep a journal
Writing down your thoughts and feelings can be a good release for otherwise pent-up feelings. Don't think about what to write — let it happen. Write anything that comes to mind. No one else needs to read it. So don't aim for perfect grammar or spelling.
Let your thoughts flow on paper, or on the computer screen. Once you're done, you can toss out what you wrote or save it to think about later.
## Get musical and be creative
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nhs.uk
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https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/self-help/guides-tools-and-activities/tips-t…
If you do not have time to volunteer, try to do someone a favour every day. It can be something as small as helping someone cross the road or going on a coffee run for colleagues.
### Work smarter, not harder
Working smarter means prioritising your work, concentrating on the tasks that'll make a real difference.
Leave the least important tasks to last. Accept that you will not have time for everything.
### Try to be positive
Look for the positives in life and things you're grateful for. [...] Many of us work long hours, meaning we often do not spend enough time doing things we really enjoy.
It's important to take some time for socialising, relaxation or exercise.
You could try setting aside a couple of nights a week for some quality "me time" away from work.
### Challenge yourself
Setting yourself goals and challenges, whether at work or outside, such as learning a new language or a new sport, can help build confidence. This may help you deal with stress. [...] Some of the keys to good stress management are building emotional strength, taking control of the things you're able to, having a good social network and adopting a positive outlook.
## What you can do to address stress
Try these 10 stress-busting suggestions.
### Be active
Exercise will not make your stress disappear, but it can reduce some of the emotional intensity that you're feeling, clearing your thoughts and letting you deal with your problems more calmly.
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cdc.gov
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https://www.cdc.gov/mental-health/living-with/index.html
## Healthy ways to cope with stress
Learning to cope in a healthy way can help reduce your stress. Taking small steps in your daily life to manage stress can have a big impact. Everyone manages stress differently. You can find and manage what triggers your stress and the right combination of healthy techniques that work for you.
Take care of your mind.
### Gratitude works
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Take care of your body.
### Integration of physical and mental health [...] Everyone experiences stress, which is your body's physical and emotional response to new or challenging situations.1 This can occur when you face problems such as those related to work, school, health, and relationships. Feeling stress can be a normal coping response and can forge a healthy sense of our ability to solve problems. However, when the stress is long term, known as chronic stress, it can lead to worsening health problems.2
Stress can cause the following: [...] # Managing Stress
If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, confidential, free, 24/7/365 help is available. Call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org. See Resources for help.
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