Like it or not, we all have stress in our life. And as much as I would love to sit back and watch episodes of Gossip Girl all day, I will never have a stress-free existence. Working, going to school, and holding a position in my sorority sends all sorts of stress my way.
So how do you reduce your stress? Here are 6 ways that will help you calm down and prioritize without loosing your mind:
- Get moving! There is nothing better for stress than a good jog or aerobics class. I make sure I hit the gym at least 4 times a week. This will keep your body in shape and ready for everything you throw at it- including those 4am cram sessions.
- Get enough sleep. Getting enough z's at night will do wonders for your energy and mood!
- Make a to-do list. Keep everything in check, this will also help you prioritize your most important tasks.
- Write a journal. Write down what you feel, even if you never look at it again.
- Spend time with those you love. Laughing makes you live longer, and it never hurts to have a shoulder to cry on, I always feel better about a situation after venting for a half hour to my boyfriend. Sometimes saying something out loud helps to put a situation into perspective.
- Make some time for yourself. Paint your nails, read a non-school related book or even just lay on your couch for a half hour. If you don't save any time for you, you will end up burnt out faster than you can say
What do you think? What are some ways that you de-stress?
Sincerely Yours,
The Twenty Something
