Stress relief activities

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Need the quickest stress relief? As in  RIGHT NOW? Your most powerful tool is you breath.  Science has proven beyond doubt how effective this is. So, let's try a   calming breathing exercise!

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Just follow along with the prompts

Move your body

It can be yoga, but it doesn't have to be. Dancing, running, or really ANY kind of physical activity are helpful for stress management. Just move it!

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Play!

Is playing the last thing on your mind? Probably. Is that even more reason to do it? Definitely! Go find any game you might like and give your mind a break!

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Logic puzzles

Mobile Apps

Some game ideas

Coloring Books

Coloring books for grownups - try them!!

"Mind exercises"

You don't have to be into "woo-woo" to benefit from mental stress relief activities. Guided relaxations, mindfulness meditations, and even journaling HELP!

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Eating

I know, suggesting to "eat your feelings" doesn't make sense. But both junk food (short-term) and healthy eating (long-term) can help with stress.

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Junk food: short-term

When in stress, your body wants quickly available ressources like fat and carbs.

Healthy food: long-term

Lowers blood pressure, balances hormones & boosts your immune system

How does food help with stress?