Squeeze a stress ball to help you deal with the physical symptoms of stress.
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Keep all electronics turned off and out of your bedroom while you sleep.
Do something unexpected and kind for someone else.
Find five kind things to say about yourself in the morning every day. Look in the mirror as you say them to yourself.
Take a 20-minute, recharging nap.
Separate yourself from situations that are bad for you.
Spend time with a family member- like baking cookies, playing games with a sibling, or watching a movie.
If you feel upset slow your breathing by counting your breaths in and out.
Spend time with people who make you feel good about yourself; not people who tear you down.
Find a favourite quote, religious saying or verse, or song lyric that has a calming effect on you. Write it on Post-It notes and put them in places where you’ll see them frequently.
Eat a small piece of dark chocolate (70 per cent cacao or higher).
Light a lavender scented candle or use an essential oils diffuser.
Take a warm bath or shower.
Find a new artist or song.
Take a break and doodle- don’t think about what you have to do.
Take some time and find a video that makes you laugh online.
Wear a favourite piece of clothing or spend some time doing your hair. When you feel better about how you look, you feel better about yourself.
Cut back on junk food and sugar.
Don’t skip meals.
Ask for help if you feel like you’re getting too stressed out.