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27 Simple Ways to Reduce Stress

While on book tour with my wife recently, we stopped at an elementary school for her to do an author visit. As we were walking to the gym, the wall display pictured above caught my eye. I was impressed with the quality and variety of these simple stress-busting solutions.

So if you’re feeling stressed, try some of these ideas. If you do, you might find some much needed relief, and you’ll take another step toward Becoming Yourself.

1. Take a warm bath

2. Use a stress toy

3. Play a game

4. Exercise your body

5. Go outside and get some fresh air

6. Dance it out

7. Notice that you’re angry

8. Fuel your body with healthy foods

9. Practice mindfulness

10. Take deep slow breaths

11. Try yoga

12. Draw or doodle

13. Talk to someone

14. Watch a funny video

15. Meditate

16. Use a warm rice bag

17. Develop a routine

18. Write three things you’re grateful for

19. Hang out with friends

20. Cuddle with an animal

21. Keep a journal

22. Use smells like lavender

23. Organize your folders or desk

24. Drink lots of water

25. Listen to music

26. Go for a walk

27. Ask for a hug

Matt McMann

Matt McMann writes books for children and the personal development blog Becoming Yourself (becomingyourself.net).

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