What is stress?

stress is an emotional pressure suffered by a human begin. The act of distraining.

stress can also be a sign of illness or disease, but 90% of stress recorded is caused by pressure or anxiety.

steps to relieve stress:

1) Exercise:

Exercise goes a long way to relieve stress and clears the mind and keeps the body that peace. You tend to work the pressure, physical activity can pump up your feel_good endorphins and other natural neural chemicals that enhance your sense of well-being.

2) Eat a healthy diet:

Some food we eat contributes to our stress, that`s why we are always advised to eat healthily. Aim to eat a variety of fruits and vegetables and whole grains.

3) Meditate:

Meditation can instill a sense of calm, peace and balance that can benefit both your emotional well-being and your overall health.

Guided meditation, guided imagery, visualization and other forms of meditation can be practiced anywhere at any time, whether you're out for a walk or a ride.

4) Laugh more:

A sense of humor can not solve all ailments, but it can make you feel better about yourself. When you laugh, it not only lightens your mental load but also causes positive physical changes in your body.

5) Go out and meet people (Hangout):

When you go out more and meet and hang out with friends, your mind tends to be at peace. Reach out to family and friends and make connections. Social contact is a good stress reliever because it can offer distraction, provide support and help you tolerate life's ups and downs.

6) Assert yourself:

Learning to say no or being willing to delegate can help manage your to-do list and stress.

Saying yes may seem like an easy way to keep the peace conflicts and get the job done right. But it may cause you internal conflict because your needs and those of your family come second, which can lead to stress, anger, resentment and even the desire to exact revenge. And that`s not a very calm and peaceful reaction.

7) Try yoga:

Yoga helps calm the spiritual and mental, while doing yoga the body connects more with your mind and allows you to start force and sense. Yoga helps you relax and manages stress and anxiety.

Try yoga by your self or you can find a class.

8) Get enough sleep:

Stress can cause you to have trouble falling asleep. When you have so to do and too much to think about your sleep can suffer.

Is good to have enough good night's rest because the quality and amount of sleep you get can affect your mood, energy level, concentration and overall functioning. try to have a quiet relaxing bedtime routine, listen to soothing music, put clocks away, and stick to a consistent schedule.

9) Keep a journal:

Writing down your thoughts and feelings can be a good release for otherwise pent-up emotions. Don’t think about what to write just allow it to flow from you.

10) Get musical and be creative:

Listening to music is a good stress reliever because it can provide a mental distraction, reduce muscle tension and decrease stress hormones. Increase the volume and let your mind go with the flow and relax your emotions.

Note that, get any type of hobby you enjoy and love doing can act as a stress reliever and help relax your emotions.

Article by Toroma Torti