Stress reducing techniques

1.   Of course massage is the number one recommended therapy for stress relief.  It calms the nervous system and creates a peaceful state of mind.

2.  Address stress with guided imagery.  A guided meditation tape helps you focus on certain images that help you create a peaceful place in your mind.  It will help provide a sense of inner calm and peace.

3.  Writing a journal or diary of your thoughts and emotions will help you put into perspective any negative feelings you have that sometimes keep our minds overloaded with to much information.  Putting this on paper helps clear your mind.

4.  Taking a short nap in the afternoon creates a feeling of relaxation and will increase your productivity for the remainder of the day.

5.  Having a pet or spending time with a friend’s pet is also a great way to reduce stress levels.  Pets give love unconditionally.    Pets have been shown to reduce blood pressure levels and help create a more healthy lifestyle.

6.  Spending time with friends helps bring a sense of calm.    Having social support as adults is extremely helpful in managing difficult times and high levels of stress. 

7.  Focused breathing is very beneficial in clearing the mind and reducing stress levels.  Deep focused breathing, inhaling through the nose and exhaling completely.  This helps slow the mind and create a sense of well being.