My 7 Favorite Ways to Relieve Stress Naturally
We all have our favorite ways to relieve stress. Stress is unavoidable. At times, it can even be a good thing. It helps to motivate us, excite us, and gets that blood pumping. Reaching outside your comfort zone is what helps you grow as a person. This is scary and stressful, but oh so worth it.
Having said that, stress is not a fun feeling. It can quickly turn into anxiety and do more harm than good. There are many natural ways to help relieve stress.
Over time, I have picked up quite a few things that work for me. I tend to have an overly-dramatic reaction to stress, so trust me, I need all the tricks that I can get!
My 7 Favorite Ways to Relieve Stress Naturally
Music – It’s amazing how music can help transform your mood. One song can invoke so many emotions and memories. Create a playlist of songs that make you happy, or soothe you for when things get stressful.
Exercise – Even just a quick jog around the block or some jumping jacks can help to burn off nervous energy. Also, to alleviate stress it’s good to combine exercise and meditation with crystals. This can help to focus on the body, breathing, and the energy from crystals. I think it’s so interesting how crystals, for example, different purple gemstones can each bring different kinds of energy to the experience. You can feel Amethyst bring a kind of calmness into the process or see how Fluorite brings clarity and focus on yourself.
Peppermint – Apply peppermint oil to your wrists and the back of your neck. I carry a bottle with me and always have a generous amount on my neck. I find it to be calming and somewhat energizing at the same time.
Bach – Bach is a brand that was introduced to me several years ago by a salon owner who strongly recommended homeopathic remedies. Back then, Bach products were not that easy to find. Now they are readily available and have a lot more products in their lineup. The new RESCUE Pastilles have a permanent spot in my purse, in my desk drawer, and in my medicine cabinet. They are extra convenient since they just melt in your mouth. No water required.
List – Sometimes ideas that I think of throughout the day stress me out. I find that jotting them down can help mentally purge them from my overactive brain.
Read – Reading a book can often provide a welcome escape. I prefer books that take me away to a completely fantastical world unlike our own. It’s the ultimate way to push your own stress aside and transport yourself to another place for a bit.
Pets – As much of an extra responsibility that our dogs are, they also help relieve stress. These three creatures that have become family members crack me up, melt my heart, and soothe my nerves when I need it.
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What do you do to relieve stress?
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I love to go swimming. I read a lot. Lists are my friends.
These are some really great tips. Thank you very much for sharing them.
Wow, I’ve never heard of these products before but I’d love to give them a try! I love reading, going for a walk, and yoga for stress relief.
I really need to try Rescue. I try to limit my stress, but quite often, it gets all consuming.
I think we are all looking for more natural ways to relieve stress. I love all your ideas and this product. Thanks!
I like to read, watch a movie, or listen to music. I also find that hanging out with my dog, Nellie helps a lot when I’m stressed out or feeling down. Lately, I’ve been watching comedy specials on Netflix to put me in a better mood, too.
My favorite relaxation is napping, haha. Of course, as I lay down I still have so much running through my mind, but a nap usually helps put me in a better mood and a little less stressed about things.
Great tips to relieve stress. I love to read and am dying for a mid-day nap!
I need these great Tips to relieve stress because I get really stressed out everyday.
I am very curious to add the Bach pastilles to my daily regime, in combination with my daily exercise, as my stress relievers.
I love to snuggle up with my dogs to relieve stress. They instantly calm me.
Exercise tends to be a pretty big stress reliever. Reading is another one of my favorite activities to wind down too.
I love getting out for a walk as a stress reliever! These are all great tips for stress relief!
These products sound wonderful! What a great way to relieve stress especially for us mom’s!
Sounds like really great products! Thank you for sharing these awesome tips!
These tips are wonderful! I always try taking a nap or a nice bubble bath!
I cannot believe I didn’t say NAP! That’s like my #1 thing to do!!!
I always prefer natural methods when it comes to things such as this! I will have to try these out next time I am feeling stressed.
I am so glad we are headed out of winter because the easiest thing for me to do when I’m stressed is strap the kids into the stroller and hit the sidewalk for a good walk.
I listen to a lot of meditation tracks to help me relax. I’ll have to look into some of your tips!
Thanks for the tips. This sounds like a great product.
Thanks for these tips. I will definitely keep them in mind.
I have always loved Rescue Remedy.I love the new lines that are coming out
I take a warm /longer shower or bubble bath. Read a book while listening to my fave music
I play with my kids or our family dog. These activities can make my stress go away. And of course, having a date night with my hubby – makes me forgot all the problems I have in this world 🙂