Feeling Stressed? Slow It Down

by Lauren Meyers on May 11, 2010 · 2 comments

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Feeling a bit stressed lately? With summer right around the corner many moms over-scheduling themselves, as well as their families. But before your top blows off, it is time to slow down and get back your energy.

Health.com, has provided a few ways to get that insta-calm feeling back:

  • Lavender: instantly soothes anxiety
  • Keep the $ in your wallet: give instead- by spending less and volunteering more, your stress level will take a reality check and immediately relax – not to mention, you’ll feel great for doing something meaningful for others
  • Pump up the volume: your favorite music will relax the blood vessels and increase blood flow, which calms down your heart
  • Grab a mango! Mangoes alter your blood chemistry and send calm waves over your body
  • Cry it out. 85% claim to feel much better after a good cry
  • 1 minute exercise! Intense exercise for just a minute boosts your energy level back up
  • Pressure points. By squeezing certain pressure points an immediate de-stresser will take place

Is your stress getting the best of you? Find a psychiatrist near you who can help.

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