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How To De-Stress in 5 Minutes

August 10, 2015 in Self Care

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De-Stress in 5 Minutes
Work, family, and just life in general can get stressful many days. Instead of stressing or screaming, you can learn some tips for de-stressing that only take a few minutes out of your day. Pick one that works for you and the next time you feel like you just can’t take one more thing, try one of these five tasks to take the stress levels down a notch (or two!)

1. Get some sunshine (and vitamin D)
Taking a short walk or just sitting in the sunshine can boost your mood and lower your stress levels.

2. Make a list
If your stress comes from having too many things to do, then spend five minutes making a list of everything you need to get done. Just getting the tasks down on paper (or in your phone) will relieve the pressure and help you to think less about all the things you need to accomplish.

3. Tea time?
The British have something going with tea time. Sipping tea (especially Green tea)slows you down for a minute and is soothing. If you drink tea several times a day, your stress levels are significantly reduced.

4. Breathe in….
If you feel like you are just going to lose it, step away and take deep breathes in and exhale more slowly. Focusing on your breathing really centers your mind and distracts you from whatever situation was causing you to be anxious.

5. Chew Gum or Eat Chocolate
Chewing gum is oddly relaxing and if you choose a peppermint flavor it will perk you up in a positive way. Some studies have shown that gum chewing makes you more productive, too! Chocolate (in small amounts) can be a mood booster as well. Dark chocolate has been proven to make you feel better and less stressed. Get the mini bars of chocolate so you can just have a little bit when you need it.

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  1. mariac@toughcookiemommy.com'Toughcookiemommy says

    August 12, 2015 at 12:51 am

    I’ve heard that drinking tea can have a calming effect on some. I will have to try to sit and sip a cup of tea.

    Reply
  2. aimeefauci@gmail.com'aimee fauci says

    August 12, 2015 at 3:08 am

    Taking a walk is key especially since it gets you out of the messy house and into the beautiful outdoors.

    Reply
  3. pamwattenbarger@yahoo.com'Pam says

    August 12, 2015 at 4:42 pm

    I could definitely use these tips right now! The past few weeks have been pretty stressful!

    Reply
  4. Kristen@theroadtodomestication.com'Kristen from The Road to Domestication says

    August 12, 2015 at 11:13 pm

    I love how you clarified that chocolate needs to be in small amounts LOL Great ideas! I do some of them already!

    Reply
  5. Sixtimemom@gmail.com'Jeanine says

    August 12, 2015 at 11:43 pm

    I always find no matter what is going on if I stop and take a cup of tea my stress level dramatically decreases!

    Reply
  6. lizventuresblog@gmail.com'Liz Mays says

    August 13, 2015 at 12:43 am

    I’ll have to keep these in mind when I’m traveling. When I’m on a tight schedule the stress really rolls in.

    Reply
  7. homeschoolingmyblessings@yahoo.com'Mama to 5 BLessings says

    August 13, 2015 at 1:22 am

    I think just 5 minutes to myself is what refreshing for me.. I like having a MNO too.

    Reply
  8. editor@girlgonemom.com'Heather D. (@GirlGoneMom) says

    August 13, 2015 at 2:04 am

    I’m always doing breathing exercises. Anxiety sucks!

    Reply
  9. swtiine@gmail.com'Annie M says

    August 13, 2015 at 4:22 am

    Tea time, yes! Chocolate is another good one, too! 😛

    Reply
  10. coolchillmom@gmail.com'coolchillmom says

    August 13, 2015 at 2:23 pm

    I love that you give us something we can do and get stress under control so quickly!
    I am putting this up all over my home!

    Reply
  11. annb10@rogers.com'Ann Bacciaglia says

    August 13, 2015 at 5:07 pm

    I love doing deep breaths to relax. I try to really focus on the air i am breathing in like it is light and cleansing my body of the negative feelings. As i breath out i picture all the stress leaving my body. This can be done anywhere and really helps me to calm down.

    Reply
  12. info@dogvills.com'Dogvills says

    August 13, 2015 at 5:33 pm

    These are effective ways to de-stress. Spending a few minutes in the garden and seeing the greens also works.

    Reply
  13. mandy22q@gmail.com'Amanda Ripsam says

    August 13, 2015 at 5:51 pm

    while I do all of your tips except yoga it’s way to slow for me. I do jazzercize and it’s so fun and it’s a super charge of energy. I love it.

    Reply
  14. khourtniey@gmail.com'Life as a Convert says

    August 14, 2015 at 1:10 am

    Making a list is a great de-stress tip.. one I hardly ever see on stress busting lists. For my, it helps put things in perspective.

    Reply
  15. cinnaburst_1976@yahoo.com'Dawn says

    August 14, 2015 at 1:38 am

    Making a list always helps me. If I have time I will take a small nap or drink some hot tea.

    Reply
  16. lisariosonline@gmail.com'Lisa Rios says

    August 14, 2015 at 3:14 am

    We all go through stress almost every day in our hectic life & these are some great tips to de-stress pretty quick & easy. I have always loved taking a short walk when I am depressed & that has helped a lot making a huge difference in my energy level as well.

    Reply
  17. soaringplaces@gmail.com'Rosey says

    August 14, 2015 at 10:17 am

    Such good tips. I’m all about figuring out how to de stress lately.

    Reply
  18. calipertir@gmail.com'maria s. says

    August 16, 2015 at 4:34 am

    Ah, I feel like you wrote this just for me! I really need to de-stress. Things have been rough lately and anything quick that can help is worth a try for me.

    Reply
  19. adventuresfrugalmom@gmail.com'Melissa Vera says

    August 16, 2015 at 3:24 pm

    Thanks for the great tips on how to destress. I have also found scheduling things out and cutting projects in sections help as well.

    Reply
  20. dragonfly1611@gmail.com'Sarah Bailey says

    September 8, 2015 at 4:01 pm

    I am going to have to give these tips a try – I am always having such issues with stress. x

    Reply

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