At this time of year, we all hit a wall. It is hard to juggle work, school, homework, physical fitness, mental health, and a social life. We all wonder at times, how do people do it? There are simple steps to follow each day in order to lower our stress levels and keep our minds in check during this crazy time in the semester. If you are feeling down, worn out, or just need a little break, follow these steps and I guarantee you will be feeling stress free in no time!
1. Meditate.
2. Workout (Running, yoga, walking, etc). This will boost your mood and leave you feeling great!
3. Focus on your breathing for at least 5 minutes. You will feel centered and more focused on the task at hand.
4. Call up a friend and just talk for a while. This will help get your feelings out and leave you feeling less stressed.
5. Listen to music and dance!
These are just a few of the many exercises you can do to reduce stress. This time of the semester is stressful for everyone, but with the right mind set and motivation you will get through it!