What are some ways to lower/manage stress and anxiety?
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Strech. take short breaks for about 10 min. if your at work\nevery couple of hours. take a long weekend and relax with someone special. play sports. Read about your religion. Music. Painting. see friends and talk to them. change your rotean.
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I still have a worry stone from my childhood.  It's quite smooth now.\n\nYou just keep a small stone in your pocket, and rub it when you're worried.  I suppose it's better than chewing your pencil.\n\nTip of the day:  when you're really angry or worked up over something, go out and chop wood.\n\nI don't know the origins of either of these stress reduction techniques, but both were told to me by my father.
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Well for starts you get away from what is causing you the stress for a while. You then should do an activity you like which will keep your mind off the stress. But if you can't get away from it  taking a few deep breathes and relaxing ur mind will help a bit.
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Your stressed. Check out (http://www.reducingstress.net ) there is a lot of great articles and expert advice on the subject there.
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I have alot of stress, hubby in military gone long periods of time, two kids, big house to clean ,bills...what makes me always feel better is reading the bible, going to church, drinking doesn't help anything just makes you more stressed and upset, just make time for yourself, sit in a peaceful place and take a deep breath and think about the others who have it harder than you, people with sickness, cancer, there's always someone who has it worse...another way is taking a nice long hot bath...or just taking a walk..
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i say that the best stress relief is exercise. i gets your mind off things and your doing something good for your body.something as simple as walking up and down the stairs for 5 min. is good enough. if you want to focus your brain on something you can listen to music. after you do this you feel better and more relaxed. yoga also works good too.
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1. Breathe. Yes! It's that simple. Breathe deeply, but don't hyperventilate. Inhale as though you were sniffing a delightful scent. Then stre-e-e-tch your arms high over your head as you slowly and completely exhale.\n\n2. Set boundaries. Just like the stressed-out mom who sat in the playpen to keep away from the children, you can erect some barriers. Decide what you will do — and when. Better still, decide what you won't do and dare to say "no." Try to avoid anything, and anyone, who wastes your time.\n\n3. Clarify your goals. Decide exactly what needs to be done, and plan a smart way of accomplishing each task. Oh, and give yourself a pat on the back every time you achieve even one of your goals, no matter how small.\n\n4. Put yourself first. That's right! If you aren't functioning at your peak, your work and your relationships will suffer. Find time for yourself, and try to do at least one relaxing thing each day: Take a bubble bath, or read a chapter of a favourite book.\n\n5. Give yourself a break. It's okay to goof off, cancel a lunch date, or miss a deadline now and then. In six months or 10 years, who will remember?\n\n6. Get spiritual. Get in touch with your spiritual values, and align your plans and activities with them. For instance, read an inspiring book, then figure out how to incorporate what you learned into your day-to-day life.\n\n7. Take five. Right now stop what you are doing to cherish the moment. Savour whatever you're drinking or eating. Or go outside and smell the air, the flowers and the trees. Feel the wind, sunshine or rain on your face. Listen for tiny sounds. Take a moment every day to marvel at the wonders all around you.
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Depends on whats causing the stress. For example, if its work related then a chat with your boss or, more extreme, leaving for a new job, would help. You really have to sit and think whats making you stressed and deal with each thing individually. I was off work for 2 months last year following family problems as I just lost the plot (usually very laid back and easy going but suddenly snapped, yelled, threw stuff then broke down in tears all in my office), I went for some counselling and that put everything into perspective. Good luck.
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I believe stress is the source of 75 percent of all our problems and a major epidemic in people's lives. Finding ways to control stress is vital, because if you don't control stress, it will control you.\n\nIf you want to reduce your stress level and live a happier and healthier life, use the physical and emotional stress relief techniques outlined below. \n\nPhysical Relief \n - Say No\nThe pressure to perform in today's world is intense. As a result, people work long hours and take on much more than they can bear. They juggle multiple roles throughout the day and sacrifice sleep or personal time just so they can get everything done. Saying "no" to a demand is out of the question, resulting in increased stress, both at work and at home. \n\n - Listen to Your Body \nListening to your body helps you take control of your stress because you become aware of the signals your body gives you regarding comfort and discomfort.\n\n- Communicate With Your Heart\nYour heart has an important job, pumping 2,000 gallons of blood throughout your body each day. This merits the heart receiving your attention. To reduce emotional stress your heart needs encouragement, appreciation, and love.\n\n- Clear Out the Past Clutter\nJust as you do a spring cleaning of your house, you should also do a spring cleaning of your heart to wipe away the old memories and messages that are causing you stress. This is important, because the way we fell from moment to moment, the way we behave, and the actions we take are all conditioned to how we feel inside.
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check out (http://www.reducingstress.net/ )\nAlso the stresseraser is a great product, you can find it at (http://www.buystresseraser.com/...... )\n\ngood luck.
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I deal with anxiety by talking to my friends or/and a counselor.   It helps to talk it out with someone and get other's support.  It is also helpful to do something you enjoy like read a book, do crafts, or cook a favorite meal.  It may help you relax some.  I also count to 10 when I am very stressed!
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(m)\n\nOvercoming Stress \nYou Can Fight Back And Win\nWhen you are under extreme amounts of stress, you may feel like there is no way you can overcome your problems. You believe you'll just have to cope until the situation improves. The good thing is, you don't have to put up with the negative effects of stress. You can fight back and come out on top. It's not hard to do. Here are several ways to make yourself a winner when the pressure starts to mount.\n\n\nGo with H 2 0\nAmazingly, drinking water can greatly improve how you feel. Water is often overlooked even though it is the most essential nutrient. You know how it feels when things get tough. Your mouth gets dry, you start to sweat and your heart begins to palpitate. Sometimes when under stress, you may also forget to drink. This can lead to dehydration and even more severe symptoms. Get some water and help your body return to its normal state. \n\n\nSet it aside\nSometimes it is actually best to put aside a stressful problem until a later time when it can be dealt with more effectively. This isn't procrastination if used in a proper manner. Maybe you are having problems with a co-worker or family member. You may want to confront them, but you also know that they aren't ready to discuss the issue. Waiting another day or two could help both of you be better prepared to handle the problem. \n\n\nAvoid snack attacks\nYour first reaction to a stressful situation may be to reach for a candy bar. Unfortunately, this can do more harm than good.\nAlthough you may get a quick high from the sugar, you will probably send your blood sugar on a roller coaster. After the initial good feeling of indulgence wears off, you may experience even more tiredness and anxiety. Try healthy snacks like fruits or fresh vegetables instead. \n\n\nFind an outlet\nThere is usually pent up energy building inside you during a tough situation. What you may need to find is a way to release it.\nHaving a good cry or laughing with a friend may be just the cure you are needing. By dealing with your stress in a positive manner, you can turn around a negative situation. Keep these tips in mind the next time you feel pressure or anxiety. As with any problem, in order to feel better, you have to take care of yourself.
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Exercise is wonderful for releasing stress and relaxing....I love to run when I am stressed. Also just taking the time to breathe in and out deeply, can really make a big diffrence in your stress levels. ( try it the next time your are feeling stressed and overwhelmed)
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I wouldn't suggest the drugs. Most anxiety is mental, caused by any number of things, including overstimulating a sensitive system. Drugs often disrupt the system even further and make it intolerable, or mask the real source of the anxiety. Everyone finds they're own way to deal with anxiety since it comes from so many different sources. I use distraction. When things bother me, the thoughts keep spinning and my head gets so loud about things I don't want to think about, I find something else to occupy it, or many other something elses. Also eating healthier and excercising help regulate how your body functions and deals naturally with stress. There is a really successful method I've recently been exposed to called 'thought stopping'. Google it. It's been the most competent approach to basic anxiety I've ever seen, and I've spent years trying to figure mine out.
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Try Yoga, watching less tv, exercising more..even if its just walkin ,massages, candles, relaxing music..aromatherapy, writting ur feelings on a paper, figuring out what makes u tense and then fix it by organizing urself,time and priorities.
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Take a deep breath first off....\n\nTry finding ways to relieve stress that you can incorporate into your life (try those stress relief body washes in the shower or bath (if bath light candles and turn lights off too) \n\nI dunno what your job is, but if you can find ways to exercise while working you can relieve stress too, look up chair exercises if you sit at a desk, if youa re standing all day find ways to do leg or arm exercises, if you can take a brisk walk on your break or lunch hour (maybe through a park) get a bit of sunshine too its a natural mood booster
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There are several things that you can do. There are anger manangement classes and support groups. There is counseling. There is mediitation. There are hobbies such as karate, yoga and tia chi that help that also.Learn ways to reduce the stress and stress management.\n\nI know because my nickname used to be Taz.