Dealing with stress may become an extremely difficult proposition, especially when you are unable to find a way out of such a situation. While in extreme cases, there is nothing else to do, but go for psychological consultation, natural remedies are available during the incipient stages. Through the use of natural stress relievers, you can deal with such problems successfully, minus any side effects, or lingering issues. Those who want to know about simple yet effective techniques to combat stress in their daily lives can read on!
Yoga/Meditation
Yoga or meditation is a simple technique yet highly effective, provided you do them under the guidance of a yoga teacher. It helps you to get a sense of peace and calm, while keeping stress at bay. Through the connection between body, mind, and spirit in a serene, healthy fashion, you can get in touch with your inner being and deal with stress effectively.
Writing a Diary
Interestingly, writing a diary is a good way to understand thoroughly the causes behind the stress. Whatever is going on in your subconscious mind can be better understood, when you put words on the paper. Once you realize the root of the problem, it is easier to deal with them in a constructive and effective way. This is what writing a diary can achieve.
Green Tea Benefits
Research has proven the myriad benefits of green tea, and now you can use this magical formulation to deal with stress. If possible, drink it regularly or those who want can even opt for its capsule. Even soaking cotton balls in the green tea liquor and placing them over your closed eyes for a few minutes helps to relieve stress. Try this to believe!
Walking
Morning and evening walk is a good way to come close to nature. This in turn helps you to deal with your stress levels and to find your inner peace. If you regularly experience stressful situations, then walking is an effective method to combat such issues.
Aromatherapy Helps!!!
On-going research is investigating into the extreme capabilities of aromatherapy. Different kind of fragrances has varied impact on our psyche and most of these are positive. In order to use this method for relieving stress you need to contact proficient aromatherapy professionals. Some of the popular herbs used in this therapy include rosemary, lavender, and peppermint.
Body Massages
A full body massage at spas and parlors is a good way to relieve stress, and feel rejuvenated. This happens because a massage tends to relax your muscles and brings in a sense of peace and calm. Enhanced flow of blood through the body does the trick. So, those of you who often feel the stress bouts can try out soothing massages to relax and invigorate.
Listening to Music
Listening to music is another interesting way of dealing with stress and anxiety. Just compile your favorite songs in a portable record player and say goodbye to undue worries. Whenever you feel stressed out simply put the machine on the on-mode and you are ready to be happy!
Warm Bath
Warm bath is an easy way to get the circulation your body going and relieve stress and anxiety. You will definitely feel better after a rejuvenating body rinsing, especially when the pressures of the day are taking a toll on you.
Sabrina Espinal says
OOOH, this is such a great post. I’m feeling more relaxed already. I’m so glad to see music is on the list. Music is so interesting because, for me, it can trigger happiness or sadness. Nice meeting you!
Meg says
I am a huge fan of green tea! I especially love jasmine green tea. I also try to walk a few miles a day, not necessarily for stress reasons but it does help ground me!
Linda says
I will try that one. I had a green from Japan once that was delicious. I wish I could find that one again.
Sojourner says
I love that you stress the natural remedies to dealing with stress relief. I love aromatherapy, for some reason that always works for me. Aromatherapy and yoga 🙂
Linda says
Sojourner
i use both of those. I love essential oils and started practicing yoga about a year ago.
Adrienne Dupree says
Linda, thank you for pointing out all the ways I can use to reduce my stress. I am going to try to do at least one of these this weekend.
Linda says
That’s great Adrienne. Let me know how you make out with one of the tips or one you create for yourself.