Q:What are some habits that will help me release the stress and tension
that builds up in my busy day?
A: Here are some healthy habits you can integrate into your daily grind
to free yourself from stress forever:
1. Cut out caffeine because it stimulates the adrenaline release. Give
up the cup of coffee and opt for the therapeutic benefits of
caffeine-free herbal teas.
2. A daily meditation program is your number one method to release
tension at the end of a busy day and. Also, yoga, tai chi, or similar
activities can help to alleviate stress.
3. Try writing one day in your weekly schedule to spend alone and
relax—and stick to it!
4. Try this deep, slow breathing exercise:
- Sit in a comfortable chair in a quiet place.
- Sit on the tip of the chair with your back erect. Place your arms
gently on your legs, which are bent at 90 degrees.
- Breathe deeply through your nose and slowly into your lower
abdomen. Then breathe out gently. Do not overexert the breathing; begin
at your natural pace and gently slow it down.
- You may wish to close your eyes and calm your mind. Do this for 15
minutes three times per day.
Also, meditation, tai chi, or activities similar to these can help to
alleviate anxiety and stress.
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