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Stress makes the body and the mind tense and can inspire a flood of unhealthy decisions. While exercising definitely helps alleviate stress, we've pulled together five more ways to help you cool your jets. Tackle the To-Do List The more we put off the items on our to-do list, the longer the list grows, and the more it contributes to elevated stress levels. Schedule a “Blitz Day” to knock out Read more
Here is some advice from FitSugar reader sagebliss on how to de-stress; she shared these thoughts in the SageBliss Sugar community group. We all feel stressed out from time to time. Financial, work pressures, family pressures — so much to do, with so little time to do it all. Try these five tips to help ease the pressure and relieve stress Schedule time every day to disconnect from the daily Read more
The Internet seems to occupy a good chunk of my life. As a writer I'm constantly online, whether it be posting stories, doing research, or chatting with colleagues. And on a personal level I have my vices: Facebook, Twitter, and an RSS feed that seems never ending. But in the last month I've been questioning the amount of time I spend online; I'm starting to show slight signs of carpal tunnel Read more
I was never much into napping, because I usually sleep enough at night. That is until I became pregnant. Now I can't help lying down for 20 minutes in the afternoon a couple times a week. If even you're not preggers, there are a couple of reasons to take a siesta: napping in the afternoon can improve your memory and snoozing three times a week has been found to be good for your ticker. Read more
When I'm stressed out, anxious, or upset about something, sometimes a hot bath or cup of tea just won't do the trick. One stress-relieving technique I've found that's sure to calm my nerves and put a smile on my face is to take out some old photo albums and slowly peruse the pages. Seeing pictures of my grandma baking a cake, my husband and I on our honeymoon, and the enormous zucchini I grew Read more
Stressed and sedentary? Even if you're chained to your desk, you can still fit in some yoga using these eight poses Fila yoga ambassador Kristin McGee has modified for the desk-bound worker bee. Moving throughout the day is an important part of beating stress, and stretching always makes my mind more alert. Try these poses on for size and feel the tension melt away. Clear your work space so you Read more
A close friend of mine started a really charming tradition. Every morning she writes out a gratitude list and emails it to her friends and family. She sits down quietly with herself, and jots down all the things in her life that she is thankful for. It can be as deep as "I'm grateful for the love and openness I share with my husband," or something light and joyful like "I'm grateful for Read more
If you have just survived another manic Monday, it is time to de-stress. Just like a morning ritual helps you wake up on the right side of the bed, a relaxing, postwork routine can help you unwind in the evening. Your ritual can be as simple as changing your clothes, stowing your briefcase in your bedroom closet, or washing your face. Preferably your ritual should be something healthier than Read more
While it is true that we begin our slow mental decline as young as age 27, there is something you can do to keep your gray matter fit — playing creative games. Crossword, sudoku, and Set are great ways to stimulate your brain and create new neuron growth. Challenging your brain is not only good for your cognitive health, but it can be a great way to de-stress at the end of a busy day. Read more
If you're human, I'm sure you're dealing with a little holiday stress right about now. If that's the case, it's time to release the tension. Light some candles, sip some chamomile tea and slip into a warm cozy bed with your special someone. Yes, when it comes to shaking your stress, baths are out and sex is in! Research shows that sharing some togetherness can help ease tension and anxiety. The Read more
