Find Stress Relief

Effective stress relief comes from managing stress on a daily basis. Stress accumulates like snow. If you don't shovel after every storm, the snow will quickly become unmanageable. One of the most effective stress relief strategies is to walk everyday. However, many of us are busy and find it hard to add exercise to our daily lives. No need to fear. You can walk each day without needing to carve out more time.

Steps

 * 1)  [[Image:Park your car in the spot farthest from the door Step 1.jpg|right|220px]]Park your car in the spot farthest from the door. When you go shopping, don't look for the spot closest to the door like we are all inclined to do. Park far away and walk briskly to your destination.
 * 2)  [[Image:Don_'t take the elevator Step 2.jpg|right|220px]]Don't take the elevator. Taking the stairs is a great way to get a little workout and reduce stress and it usually doesn't take anymore time. In fact, it often takes longer when taking the elevator because you have to wait for it.
 * 3)  [[Image:Get up out of your chair to go see your colleagues Step 3.jpg|right|220px]]Get up out of your chair to go see your colleagues instead of emailing or calling them. We build up a lot of stress and develop bad posture when we sit in one place all day. Getting up out of your chair several times everyday is really good for you and the walking to see your colleague will help you get more steps in each day.
 * 4)  [[Image:Drive your car less Step 4.jpg|right|220px]]Drive your car less. How often do you use your car to go somewhere that's ridiculously close to your departure point? We do this out of habit. Walk instead.
 * 5)  Cry if you need too. Crying is a great way to get all of your emotions out. Negative emotions can clog the brain with bad thoughts and cause you to focus on your sadness and stress.

Tips

 * Participate in exercise (preferably cardio), tai chi, or yoga.
 * Take deep breaths to relax yourself.
 * Refrain from smoking or drinking alcohol as the effects of these chemicals may actually add to your stress (contrary to the popular image of people having a cigarette when stressed out in the media).

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