Quick Stress Busters
June 15, 2007
Are you stressed out to the max? Stop living like that! Use these quick stress busters to blast away those stressful moments.
QUICK STRESS BUSTER: Take a deep breath in and count to ten. Slowly exhale as you count to ten. Repeat twice.
QUICK STRESS BUSTER: Take a 10-minute time-out. Yes, you can. Walk away from the stressful situation for ten full minutes. Walk around the yard, water your indoor plants, lie on your bed. Do whatever you want to, but take a 10-minute breather.
QUICK STRESS BUSTER: Smile. A simple smile can put you and anyone else involved at ease in a split second. Even if you’re angry, put a smile on your face.
QUICK STRESS BUSTER: Do a quick self-check. Are you allowing the situation to get out of control? What is your body language saying? How can you effectively communicate your stand without growing angry?
QUICK STRESS BUSTER: Drink a cool glass of water. Studies have shown that women who do not drink enough water every day experience stress more.
QUICK STRESS BUSTER: Grab a pen and paper. Journal your thoughts. Who is causing stress in your life? What are they doing that stresses you? How can you aleviate this stress?
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