Stress!!! No one can escape from stress. In good ways, it can be a motivating factor. But when it gets uncontrollable, it can be a disaster. So, you won’t want to be its enemy. Here are 10 ways you can befriend stress and live your life WELL.
1. PUT IT ASIDE. I’m not saying that you should forget about your problems. Just put it aside. It would be much better to distract your attention to something else rather than cracking your head thinking bout it whole day.
BUT,there is always an exception to everything. You can’t put your assignment aside and play games when the dateline is the next day. So, this rule is an exception for those who do last-minute-stuff, and i mean important stuff!
2. HOBBY. When stress keeps kicking into your mind, this rings the bell for some hobby time. Hobby-ing means doing something you enjoy doing. Don’t do something that will only add on to your stress. You can surf the net, read comics (no textbooks please), and whatever that makes you feel good.
Well, this is an exception for those nerds who find studying their only pleasure. Go ahead, just don’t come around to bother someone who is gaming with your maths questions.
3. EAT. hmmm… Nothing much to explain. Sweet stuffs and junk food give you good mood. Somehow its proven. So why not once in a while surrender yourself to these sweet temptations?
Beware. Diabetic people, you are strictly not allowed to try this.
4. MOVE. Move as in move your ass and contract some muscles. Sweating out is good for you,in and out. Go run 10 rounds or roll over the fields or walk your dog. It helps to blank out your mind. Its strongly recommended when you became hyperactive after eating. Not the reverse. You will get more stress due to weight gain.
As i said, there is always an exception. You can move in all ways you want and where ever you want but not in the middle of the traffic or halfway during a lecture.
5. SLEEP. Have enough sleep for at least 8 hours a day. You will feel fresh in the morning. For those who suffer insomnia, just cuddle yourself in bed without doing anything. Night time means time to rest your mind. And of course, don’t complaint of insomnia when you had coffee or tea before that.
Sleeping is very important but that does not mean you should drown yourself with sleeping pills. Drink milk instead.
Now, let’s get serious.
6. POLISH YOUR NAILS. A quote from a friend who blinds me with her dazzling nail polish—"Unless my parents die or my country perish, there is no reason for me to not style my hair or polish my nails". It doesn’t really works for me, but who knows it might lighten you up. So pick a cheerful colour and blind others eyes.
I guess this doesn’t account for males. Well, its your choice of course. Seriously, I don’t discriminate guys who polish their nails pink. In fact, i would salute one who have the guts to do that.
7. SPEND SOME MONEY. Shopping spree!!! Do keep some money aside once in a while for shopping. You will be amazed by the effect of pampering yourself, spending cash on things you wanted so much. If you are a stingy person, please go window shopping at least. More pleasure granted for the least expected stuff you will end up buying.
Again, i don’t think this works for guys. But now you know what you should do when your girlfriend gets grumpy and its stressing you out.
8. SING OUT LOUD. Run out of pitch and break someone’s eardrum. You can sing your favourite song in the shower, on your bed and even out at the balcony. Please don’t say you can’t sing. There are no such rules like only American Idols are allowed to sing.
Not advisable if its middle of the night and when there are babies next door. You can sing as loud as you want if your neighbour is deaf of course.
9. WATCH SOME DRAMA. If you are a drama-addict, then this would be heaven for you. Go for something long-winding with at least 10 episodes. You will wonder how did you spent your day without being stress. Don’t worry if you are not really a drama-addict, you can opt for movies instead. Pick something that is extremely sad or excessively funny. Trust me, you will either tear up or laugh till you run out of breath.
Please, don’t watch something that reminds you of your problems. Like watching Hachiko when you just loss your pet. It won’t be helpful.
10. TALK TO SOMEONE. When i say someone, i actually mean someone other than yourself. Don’t be so pathetic talking to the mirror, it will only scares people. Try to talk to someone who only talk nonsense. Time flies when you talk to someone like that. And in the end, you would realise that your mind is clear because your conversation was meaningless.
You don’t go talk to crazy people. People who talk nonsense are people who tell lame jokes and you can hardly remember a single thing he/she said.
The above 10 ways can only relieve your stress temporary. They can never solve your problems. So, at the end of the day, you have no choice but to FACE YOUR PROBLEMS. Face it and overcome it. That’s the ultimate way to handle stress.
Finally, if you have tried all these ways and still troubled by stress, go see a doctor. Something must be wrong with you.
Good luck and bid farewell to stress!
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