Are you feeling overwhelmed today? Take a break for just a moment and learn of 8 quick ways to take the stress out of what could be a beautiful day.
Stop yourself from getting angry or annoyed over trivial issues. Make a conscious choice to not feel upset. Don’t waste your energy on undeserving problems.
Breathe! This is probably the most cliché of all stress-busters but only because it works. It lengthens your reaction time to a stressful situation, allowing you to more calmly approach it. 
Speak slower. Again, you’ll calm your reactions and act more reasonably. To others, you’ll seem less anxious and in control.
Manage your time effectively and efficiently. Take care of little responsibilities that you may have been putting off by getting them done immediately! Making a postponed phone call or setting an overdue appointment can make you feel like you’re already on your way to accomplishing more. 
Enjoy the outdoors. Don’t let a busy schedule stop you from taking time to step outside, even just for a moment.
Drink plenty of water! And eat nutritious snacks. Being dehydrated and hungry can affect your attitude more than you know.
Check your posture. Don’t slump or slouch and you’ll avoid unnecessary muscle tension and pain.
Reward yourself! Take time for you at the end of a busy day to relax and recharge.
References:
Condrad Stoppler, MD, Melissa. (2007, April 27). Eight Immediate Stress-Busters. Retrieved from
http://www.medicinenet.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=59875
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