Do you feel like you’re constantly under pressure? If so, you’re not alone. Millions of us struggle. But there are simple things we can do to reduce stress and anxiety in our daily lives.
How to Reduce Stress and Anxiety
Get Organized
Clutter and mess can be major sources of stress and anxiety. Keeping our living space as organized as possible is important. The process of cleaning and organizing can be therapeutic. Take some time each day to tidy up and reorganize your home – even if it’s just for a few minutes. A decluttered environment will help you feel calmer and more relaxed in the long run.
Mindfulness Meditation
Mindfulness meditation has been proven to reduce stress and anxiety levels significantly. It is a form of meditation that involves focusing on the present moment and being aware of our body, mind, and emotions. It helps to clear away any intrusive thoughts or worries that may cause stress and anxiety. Try to spend 10 minutes each day practicing mindfulness meditation – you will feel calmer and more relaxed afterward.
Listen to Subliminal Audio to Reduce Stress and Anxiety
Subliminal audio is a type of sound therapy that uses positive affirmations to help reduce stress and anxiety levels. It works by playing low-volume positive messages into our ears, which our subconscious mind can pick up on – even if we don’t consciously hear them. Listening to subliminal audio regularly has been known to help reduce stress and anxiety in the long run.
Spend Time in Nature to Reduce Stress and Anxiety
Nature can help us, too. When we go for a walk or spend time outdoors, it helps to clear our mind. Escape the worries of everyday life. Being surrounded by nature has also been known to increase serotonin levels, which can help improve our mood. And also reduce feelings of stress and anxiety. So, try to get outside as often as possible – even if it’s just for a few minutes.
Experiment with Essential Oils to Reduce Stress and Anxiety
Essential oils have been used for centuries to help remedy anxiety. They can be diffused into the air or applied topically to the skin to reap the calming benefits. Lavendar, ylang-ylang, bergamot and frankincense are some of the best essential oils for reducing stress and anxiety. Try to experiment with a few. See which works best for you.
Hopefully, these simple tips may help you feel calmer and more relaxed. If stress and anxiety become too severe, be sure to seek professional help.
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Joan Senio is the founder of KindCompassCoach. Her career includes 20+ years as a health care executive and 15 years (and counting) as a consultant. The common thread through Joan’s professional life has been a commitment to lead, mentor and coach current and future leaders, and women from all walks of life. KindCompassCoach provides information and advice grounded in Joan’s personal experience; however, all articles are backed by research and provide facts and advice from a wide variety of experts. Joan also serves as a thought-leader for KuelLife.com and is a regular contributor to PsychReg and Sixty and Me.
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