Effective Stress Management Techniques: Dance, Walk, and Relaxing Baths

[mommyhugz1978]

We all have our own ways that we deal with everyday stress. What are some ways that you deal with stress and how does it help?

I am a dancer, I spent most of my childhood in ballet and taps shoes. So when I really stressed I put a pair of ballet shoes on along with Bach and just dance until I feel completely better. Sometimes I go for a walk even if it is just a short walk gets the blood pumping and often helps to just think about things. Hot baths are a god sin!!!!!

 

[Christ Follower]

I used to go running when I would get upset. Then another stage of my life I would just lose my temper and snap at anyone that came in my path. Now I (try) to go to the bible and prayer and take my mind OFF of ME and my circumstance and decide to TRUST God. It doesn't always work that way at first. Sometimes I just go vent to a friend that reminds me the "right" thing to do about my stress.

 

[mommyhugz1978]

I used to lose my temper and snap as well.. and I found that it just made things worse. Now I have meds that help but I also turn to prayer and quite time and scripture and it helps ease things. Doesn't make things perfect. But I find talking is really good too.....

 

[Christ Follower]

A good vent helps a lot but it really depends on who you are venting to. Sometimes it can get worse depending on who it is.

 

[mommyhugz1978]

that is so true!!!! and I have done that before!! and it's awkward when it happens

 

[Christ Follower]

Or you get those people that all they do is vent! (no one here in case you are wondering). My dad is a compulsive complainer! I think that should be a different thread though! LOL!

 

[mommyhugz1978]

I have a few of those friends that it's always a vent and why their lives are so bad... But I agree that is a differnt thread!!

 

[imported_lkprescott]

Stress? I write... I journal a lot when I'm stressed... I also blog when I'm stressed... sometimes it's nice because I get outside comments to help me consider things in a different light. When all else fails though and I feel a panic attack edging on, I'll take a couple sprays of Rescue Remedy and that really helps with the physical aspect and side effects of stress.

 

[Admin Greg]

Reading really helps calm me down, especially if it's a fun read, nothing technical.

 

[friday]

I clean stuff vigerously (read- throw stuff)

 

[Lisa2Boys]

Home Office LeadsI have received my first 2 home office leads. Yipee! Both want to purchase product and only provided me their email addresses. Does anyone have a standard email that they send to HO Leads? Thanks in advance!!!

 

[SKwong]

It's really silly but I go to www.icanhascheezburger.com. If you like cats you will find it funny. That site always puts a smile on my face.

 

[friday]

It's really silly but I go to www.icanhascheezburger.com. If you like cats you will find it funny. That site always puts a smile on my face.

I LOVE THIS!!! THANK YOU!!

 

[imported_Nikkijo]

I clean stuff vigerously (read- throw stuff)

that is what i do when I am really upset too!...but i try to clean now instead of throw stuff...dh knows how upset i am by what i am doing...

ps...when i throw stuff it is non-breakable items and never at a living thing..usually a pillow at a wall

 

[missydivine]

I breathe and think about all the great things in my life. I have a wonderful family. I have to stop and think how lucky and greatful I am for them.

 

[BigSisGretchen]

Ah, type on Living Female?
Or at least read what is going on with everyone else on LF.

 

[pcchris]

I agree with Gretchen! This place is a great stress reliever!!!

 

[DebPC]

Exercise is a great stress reliever. Also my friend was telling me if you're stressed and can't get to sleep. Visualize relaxing your body starting with your toes and working upwards-part by part.