20 Simple and Effective Stress

Relievers
 Tip #1
Get up and Exercise

Exercising is one of the most effective stress

relievers. Whether you like dancing or lifting
weights, physical stress will help relieve mental
stress.
 Tip #2
Use Essential Oils

You can use essential oils to relieve your

stress. Simply smell a container of lavender,
rose, or geranium essential oil.
 Tip #3
Write It Out

Write out your thoughts to relieve your stress.

Sit down with a pen and paper, and you’ll find
yourself less stressed in no time.
 Tip #4
Laugh It Out

Laughing alleviates your body's stress

response and relieves tension in your muscles,
making you feel better all around.
 Tip #5
Meditate

Meditation is one of the most effective ways to combat

stress. It stops your body’s stress response and makes
your mind, body, and soul feel better.
 Tip #6
Drink Water

Drinking water is a simple way to reduce your

stress. Pay attention to how the water goes
from the cup, through your mouth, and into your
stomach.
 Tip #7
Breathe Deeply

Just breathe deeply. Try to inhale for four

seconds, hold for five seconds, and exhale for
7 seconds.
 Tip #8
Listen to Relaxing Music

Music is a great way to relax. Putting on some

classical, Celtic, or Native American music can
be very helpful at relieving stress.
 Tip #9
Play with Animals

Playing with an animal is a great way to reduce

your stress because it releases oxytocin, which
is the chemical that promotes a positive mood.
 Tip #10
Learn How to Say No

Many people find themselves in stressful

situations because they don't know how to say
no. If this is the case for you, just learn how to
say no.
 Tip #11
Take a Nap

Napping isn't just for little kids. Napping is a

great way to reduce your stress and improve
your mood.
 Tip #12
Sit Outside

Sitting outside is a great way to feel better

whenever you're stressed. Pick a pretty place
to sit, and enjoy the view.
 Tip #13
Paint

Painting is a great way to relieve stress and

express your feelings. You don't have to be
good at it for it to work either.
 Tip #14
Spend Time with Loved Ones

Spending time with loved ones is a great way to

take time out from your stressful life.
 Tip #15
Eat a Healthy Diet

Eating a healthy diet is a great way to minimize

the effects of stress. Pick out a variety of fruits
and vegetables that you love.
 Tip #16
Don’t Procrastinate

Procrastination is one of the leading causes of

stress. Learn how to accomplish tasks promptly
to save you from future stress.
 Tip #17
Stop Smoking

Nicotine acts as a stimulant, which brings on

more symptoms of stress. Give yourself a
break by cutting them out of your life.
 Tip #18
Read a Book

Reading is a great way to relax. Just crack

open a book you've been meaning to read and
relax.
 Tip #19
Pick Up a New Hobby

Trying a new hobby will give you something

exciting in fun to look forward to. Maybe
consider knitting or playing an instrument.
 Tip #20
Be Kind To Yourself

Being kind to yourself should be your number

one priority. Give yourself a break and accept
that you are not capable of pleasing everyone.