If you feel like you’re swamped in homework and projects even though you just came back from break, you’re not alone. This time of year can be stressful! Take some time for yourself to relax and avoid stress by following some of these stress relieving tips.
1) Put your phone down for awhile and read instead
Heavy internet users are more prone to stress and depression. It has also been proven that reading a book for pleasure can decrease stress levels.
2) Eat foods that reduce stress
Lemon, dark chocolate, avocado, yogurt, and nuts are all proven to help reduce stress.
3) Exercise or go outside
This decreases anxiety and also enhances your mood.
4) Take a bath
Taking a bath improves mood and optimism.
5) Laugh more!
Laughing releases hormones that reduce stress and boost immunity.
6) Pet an animal
As if you needed an excuse to pet more dogs. Petting animals decreases stress hormones and increases stress-relieving hormones.
7) Make sleep a priority
Making sure you get enough sleep is essential. REM sleep decreases levels of stress hormones.