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Massage is a useful tool to aid stress relief and pain relief. Massage can help reduce stress and pain, which can last for days, weeks or even months after a massage, depending on the individual and circumstances. When you are feeling highly stressed out, get a massage done and feel the difference.
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Not getting enough sleep can cause stress, as you will feel groggy and unfocused the next day. As insomnia (lack of sleep) can be a symptom as well the cause of too much stress in your life, getting enough sleep is very important if you want to relieve it. Most people need at least 7 or 8 hours of sound sleep each night to feel refreshed and function properly the next day.
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What you eat determines your energy level and your body's capability of fighting stressful situations. Your body needs more nutrients to sustain energy levels while under stress. A balanced diet containing all the proper nutrients in the right amount helps relieving stress.
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Yoga offers psychological benefits such as stress reduction and a sense of well-being. Certain poses can be done just about anywhere and a yoga programme can go for hours or minutes, depending on one's schedule.
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Exercising can be a great stress reliever; running on a treadmill, joining a yoga class, swimming, or cycling with friends are all good for your body and can take your mind off stress and daily chores. It also makes you feel good about yourself. After all, a happy mind resides in a fit body.
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A simple ten or fifteen minutes of meditation can help you to overcome your stress and find some inner peace and balance, restoring the mind to a calm state.
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Coffee, tea with caffeine and too much sugar may provide temporary relief from stress but it is not an overall good practice. They will affect you negatively in the long run, as too much sugar and caffeine will affect your blood sugar levels. So instead of drinking coffee, soda or eating sweets during stress, take vitamins and minerals.
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Doing something you love to do is a sure shot to de-stress yourself. Whether you like reading a book, watching TV, fishing, knitting, or photography, a hobby can relieve stress and let you have something to which you can look forward.
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Listening to music does wonders to alleviate stress. So, when feeling low, just listen to the music that makes you feel comfortable and you'll start feeling better. Studies have shown that the rhythm of the music has a calming effect on us although we may not be very conscious about it.
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Prioritising your goals to know what is most important to you. This will help you finish your most important tasks on time. Each time you finish a priority, take a short break and celebrate, even for a moment.
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Research show that you can make yourself more alert, reduce stress and improve cognitive functioning with a nap. A power nap of 10-15 minutes can offer more patience, less stress, better reaction time, increased learning, more efficiency and better health.
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Let's face it, we all have hectic schedules and we often land up feeling stressed out. Getting one's life organised and managing time is important if we wish to eliminate some of the stress we face. Try to time your tasks in such a way that you have ample time for relaxation in the evening.
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No matter how busy you are at office, do take out time for your friends and family. If your days are quite hectic, make sure you at least have dinner with your family. Reserve your weekends for yourself and your loved ones. Sharing time with friends and family de-stresses you and rejuvenate your spirits.
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If you are feeling tired and stressed out at the end of the day, you might want to try taking a warm shower or bath followed by a short cold shower to help stimulate your body and mind.
