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Take a Nap

Taking a small nap is always a good idea. Sleeping is a way the brain recollects the information it took in during the day, sorting the information in case it can be used again in the future. If you are under stress for a long period of time during the day, sleep can be a great way the brain unwinds from all the tension. 

If you haven’t been getting a good rest for some time now, consider taking a good nap. It may help with memory, stress levels, mood improvement, and more. Sleep is essential in our everyday lives. Make sure you are getting it. 

Taking naps can be so helpful on a bad day. If you aren’t sleeping much these days, try to take care of yourself a bit more. Sleep can dramatically effect stress and mood.

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Engage in Hobbies

Hobbies are activities in which you enjoy engaging in. Hobbies can help you by providing a work-free and responsibility-free environment for you once in a while. Taking short breaks from the stressful situations in the present can do a lot for you in the long run. Taking your mind off of the negative feelings and thoughts can be a good way to calm down and recharge your energy. 

If you already have a hobby, it is recommended to try pursuing them during your free time. If you don’t, here are some ideas that may help to get you started:

- Baking

- Photography

- Art 

- Writing

Hobbies are a big part of most people’s personal lives. If you don’t have one, explore the possibilities and find one that suits you the best. It can make life so much more enjoyable.

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Exercise 

Exercise is a very important way to keep us not only physically but also mentally healthy. To many people, it is a way of destressing and recharging energy. According to a research done in the past, about 46 percent of people replied that exercising helps with managing stress. Exercising can also help your body produce endorphins that can help you feel better. 

There are many different types of exercises you can engage in, but some of the most common are running/jogging, yoga, or playing sports. Try to find a friend to exercise with you, and make sure you are starting out slow and steady. 

It is a personal hobby of mine to go out and skateboard whenever I have some free time. Try finding a physical activity you can do easily without too much pressure. It might help a lot 💙

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Listen to Music

Music is an essential part of our everyday lives, and everybody is affected by it in different ways. To some, listening to music can be a fun and relaxing way of relieving stress. To others, it may be a way to keep themselves distracted or entertained. 

Music is one of the most classic methods of stress relief. As long as it is the individual’s genre of preference, music is known to lower blood pressure and increase our sense of well-being. Music can distract us, lowering physical and mental stress, as well as generally reducing stress-related symptoms. 

Music is an amazing way to make the stress of the day wash away. Music is an essential part of our lives, so if you haven’t tried this yet, I recommend it strongly!

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Breathe

Everyday life can be stressful from time to time, and everything can feel overwhelming. If this is the case for you, try taking a deep breath.

Breathing is one of the most common and simplest ways to reduce stress. Taking a deep breath can help your body relax in multiple subtle ways. Controlled breathing is known to help relax muscles, lower blood pressure, and increase feelings of calm and wellbeing. 

If you saw this post, take a deep breath right now! Breathing can help a lot more than you expect.

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Talk it out

Talking to friends and family is one of the most common ways people cope with stress. 

Multiple studies have proven that social support and interpersonal contact are important in maintaining physical and mental health. 

Small actions like talking to people can have amazing effects on our lives. Contact a family member or an old friend. It may do amazing things.

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What is Stress?

Have you ever had butterflies in your stomach right before a public presentation or a big exam? This response was most likely triggered by stress.

Stress is a usually physical response the body has against specific outer demands. It is also what some people call the ‘fight or flight response’. 

Stress most likely originated from the old humans, when we lived in nature. Stress allowed the body to prepare against predators or dangerous situations. 

Stress can cause your body to release hormones such as adrenaline, oxytocin, cortisol, and norepinephrine, which can cause physical responses that could help or harm your body depending on if the exposure is short-term or long-term. 

Stress is not necessarily a bad thing. Stress is a natural response that can help the body prepare for a new challenge if you think of it in a positive light.

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