Simple ways to tackle and eliminate stress

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Short-term stress may be good for us, but if you’re experiencing more sleepless nights than not, it could be a sign you need help managing your stress. We’ve all been there. Last-minute deadlines are looming; your boss sends an email on Friday afternoon for something that absolutely has to be done before Monday; you thought you had a handle on your budget, then something inevitably breaks down; what should have been a relaxing weekend away with your mates has turned into a nightmare of delays, missed connections, and all-around headaches.

These kinds of last-minute, unexpected stressors aren’t pleasant, but at least we know they are temporary. It’s the slow-building, ongoing levels of stress that creep up over time that can become overwhelming. Wedding Affair brings to you some effective ways to get rid off stress.

Listen to music

If you’re feeling overwhelmed by a stressful situation, try taking a break and listening to relaxing music. Playing calm music has a positive effect on the brain and body, can lower blood pressure, and reduce cortisol, a hormone linked to stress.

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Talk it out with a friend

When you’re feeling stressed, take a break to call a friend and talk about your problems. Good relationships with friends and loved ones are important to any healthy lifestyle. They’re especially important when you’re under a lot of stress. A reassuring voice, even for a minute, can put everything in perspective.

Talk yourself through it

Sometimes calling a friend is not an option. If this is the case, talking calmly to yourself can be the next best thing. Don’t worry about seeming crazy — just tell yourself why you’re stressed out, what you have to do to complete the task at hand, and most importantly, that everything will be okay.

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Eat right

Stress levels and a proper diet are closely related. When we’re overwhelmed, we often forget to eat well and resort to using sugary, fatty snack foods as a pick-me-up. Try to avoid sugary snacks and plan ahead. Fruits and vegetables are always good, and fish with high levels of omega-3 fatty acids have been shown to reduce the symptoms of stress. A tuna sandwich really is brain food.

Laugh it off

Laughter releases endorphins that improve mood and decrease levels of the stress-causing hormones cortisol and adrenaline. Laughing tricks your nervous system into making you happy.
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