How do i calm my self when i get too stressed!? A serious answer please!?
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Hey I know just how you feel. I am type A personality so i get stressed real bad real fast. I try and find a quite place that i can sit cross legged and place my hands on my knees, I then take deep breaths in thru the nose to the count of ten, hold it for 7, then release it thru my mouth to the count of 10 with my tounge pressed against the roof of my mouth. This helps clear the mind becuase you are concentrating on breathing. All it really is is meditation. Try it and see if it helps.
784319
Try reducing stress dot net.\nI think I saw a related article there.\n( http://www.reducingstress.net )
892342
Relax, calm yourself down, if you can't sleep do something to take your attention off yourself, anything at all.\n\nRead a book or magazine, listen to some comforting or relaxing music, watch t.v. if you aren't up to the previous 2 activities, but not for 2 long and don't watch anything that is overly stimulating or really intense, just an educational show or the news.\n\nThe key for someone like yourself is to stop thinking about yourself.\n\nJust slow your breathing, stop thinking about all of the bad things in your life, focus on all the good things and people in your life, focus on your goals in life, or things you are interested in, and most of all, be comforted and at peace by reflecting on how much God loves you, even if you don't feel it, believe me, He's there by your side.\n\nPlease read and reflect on this poem about God's presence in all of our lives: http://www.explorelove.co.uk/footprints_sand_poem.htm
419600
Simple just keep quit for some times and beeee  a   open minded you stressed  with   away from you really..... Its true its happened in my life...
944989
i often struggle with being nervous myself.  when i find myself feeling overwhelmed i pull back and evaluate what is going on in my life.  is what i am really stressing over worth it?  \nif  you find your life being controlled by stress try talking to your doctor.  there could be a biological reason for your stress.
125949
Stress is a part of life, actually it is important in some aspects, but like everything else moderation is the key. Take some deep breaths, shake your head back and forth, go for a day at the spa, a long hot bubble bath. Take a hard look at what is causing you to feel stressed and see how you can change your attitude so it isn't such an issue... Good luck to you and mellow out
974488
not a 'mental case' hunny but you sound stressed - try to take time out to chill - slow down - enjoy
143266
Laughter. Why are you getting so upset anyways? It's just someone's opinion. Get to the root of why you allow things to upset you. Some people know when they can excite you. When you feel yourself getting overly excited, laugh a little to yourself. Is it really worth your health?
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Figure out the sources of you stress...like when you realize that you are not relaxed, think about what you are doing at that exact moment...are you worried about your career, boyfriend/girlfriend etc. Finding the source will allow you to focus on your breathing and allow you to control your bipolar disorder.\n\nAdditionally, exercise is also beneficial to your journey.
78541
I feel where you are coming from. The only way to calm you down is to either find something to keep you busy or Play with your self daily and either one can keep you satisfied.
163245
Clench your fist very tightly and imagine all your stress going into that fist.  Then slowly relax your fist and let your body relax with it.  :)
135686
u need to sit down and think about it.  think of something dat u would do that will calm ur nerves and help u relax.  and if u can do this, w/o expending too much energy.  dats a gift that u have that u can keep doing, and w/ that gift.  that should help u reach contention.  and once ur content, share ur gift to the world!  then u can be happy ;)
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I go to a hypno-psychotherapist. It helps to have someone to talk to without being judged and getting help in relaxing. Then I de-stress through a hobby, sewing. When I am just about to explode, I drop everything and sit on my sewing chair and turn on the machine. Think also of If they are close by maybe you can call them for coffee or something.
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watch your stress level. Try to give yourself private time. Even if it's just 15 minutes a day.
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u can't always get rid of stress, it is part of life, and will always be there in one way or another.  stress is not the problem, its how u deal with it.  some people use exercise, meditation, talking to a close friend and u can always go to the Internet, to find out different ways to deal with your stress.   i believe you are 16 years old, that in itself is a stress full part of your life.  raising your self esteem at that age is difficult also, but if you go on the Internet there are ways to help you raise your self esteem.   pamper yourself, get hair and skin conditioners for yourself eat properly and get a good nights sleep  try to stay away from over the counter medications, you are too young to be dependent on some of these "cures"   believe in yourself, you are a beautifull person, there is no one in the world like you, as you get older you will be able to handle the stress better.  if all else fails, and u feel so miserable, talk to school councellor, or family doctor.  keep your spirits up life will get better for you   good luck
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Hobbies are wonderful.  Meditation, pets, music, hitting a pillow, a glass of wine, reading, games, getting massage regularly, giving massage to a significant other, sex, laughing (preferaably not at the same time), entertainment like movies or TV, etc.  Pick something you like and do it.  The biggest thing I have seen that helps...just staying active mentally and physically.  FI you feel good you will look good and be your body and mind will not get as stressed and not hold as much stress.  Hope it helps.
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take a deep breath & try to relax, or shake it hard