Stress Management, Stress Relief
December 19, 2007
10 Steps to Stress Management and Stress Relief - I have some suggestions in response to my “Are You Stressed?” blogpost here:
http://thecravingscoach.com/blog/are-you-stressed-checklist/
1. Say No - do not overschedule yourself
2. Rest — Get a good night’s sleep
3. Do not work more than 9 hours in a day (I know, I know, there are lots of us Work At Home Moms who find this almost impossible!!)
4. Relax - Take at least half an hour off in a day - just for you. Practice a relaxation or stress-reduction technique. Go for a walk, listen to music, practice deep breathing, spend time with your pet.
5. Eat regular and healthy meals and snacks - junk food, sugar and alcohol cravings are going to come when you have low blood sugar - Nutrition is a key factor
6. Exercise - we all know how important this is for stress reduction and to raise the endorphins. Even 10 minutes of exercise, 3 times a day, will really decrease your stress levels.
7. Do not drink alcohol, smoking or drugs to relieve stress.
8. Laugh - enjoy movies, cartoons, time with family - whatever lightens your mood.
9. Slow down - make sure you check in with yourself, and learn to recognize your own stress levels.
10. Attitude. Work on having a positive attitude on an ongoing basis. Watch what you are thinking. Your outlook, attitude, and thoughts influence stress levels.
Take baby steps in your stress management program — stress relief will result in a more vibrant, more healthy YOU - with less emotional eating and less cravings for junk food, sugar and alcohol.
Diana Walker, Cravings Coach
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