Want Less Stress?

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Do you ever feel run-down and totally exhausted? Before you even get home from work or school? Is stress keeping you from enjoying life? Too much stress can have a negative impact on your health. Research also has shown that stress can stifle creativity. Make some time every day to take care of yourself. Enjoy a creative outlet to help reduce stress. Here are a few ideas Schedule time daily to allow yourself to de-stress, and spend a few minutes on relaxation. It is perfectly OK to be selfish with your time. Get up a few minutes early in the morning to enjoy a cup of coffee and some quiet time before everyone else wakes up. Make daily activities more fun — try a new ethnic recipe for dinner, take a long aromatherapy soak instead of a quick shower, or listen to new music or learn a new language while you commute to work. Devote time each week to a hobby you love or to learning a new one you’ve always wanted to try; art classes in particular are stimulating and rewarding. Instead of just sitting at your desk and gobbling down lunch while you keep working, spend your lunch hour doing things you enjoy, like going for a walk, taking an exercise break, or reading a book. Don’t forget to laugh. It’s great for your health! Rent a favorite comedy or stop by your local library and pick one up for free! And you might enjoy the single greatest stress reduction method - exercise! Head out to the gym or plan a fun activity — go for a hike, bike ride, or play a game of golf or tennis. Sneak in some exercise over your lunch hour, or get up earlier and work out before you start your day. You feel more energized throughout your day! Schedule appointments for exercise just like you do other important tasks; commit the plan to paper so you'll be more motivated to stick with it.