How Do You Relief Stress??

I agree waling somewhere beautiful like by the coast or in the countryside relieves my stress. Cycling home from a boring meeting at work is essential or I arrive home feeling stressed. A warm shower is relaxing to me. Cuddling up with my dogs can be very helpful in relieving my stress. Writing a letter is not sometyhing I'd do as I think the person would know I was not feeling in a good mood when I wrote it. I only watch television if there is something I really want to see like a prgramme about travel.

I usually check my mail or write poetry, that helps me relax a lot. I read mails from friends and family, that not only makes me feel good but also I forget my other worries for a while. I also watch tv to take a break from mylotting and the stress which arises from it..lol Sometimes stalking cheaters and following responses can be strenuous.

I do Yoga (asanas or poses) to relieve stress. It works miracles for me. The more regularly I practise the higher my stress level gets. No need to be a Yogi, 5 simple exercises a day can do the trick. It´s essential to get some info about Yoga before starting, as some exercises should be avoided if you have back problems for instance.

Television, surfing online or local arromaterapeutical massage or inhalation. Good conversation with friend also helps a lot.

Hi Kathy, well i've tried relaxing and meditation, but my brain is far too active and it ends up going off on a tangent. A lovely bubble bath is good, so is reading a book, but my best therapy is putting a dvd on of your favourite comedy film or comedian and have a good laugh! They say laughing reduces your stress and I've found it works for me!

There are two things that always work for me when I was stress out. First one is have a very long bath without any interuption.. This can be a bit tricky nowadays as it's only possible to do it after my son go to bed which is around 8pm. Second one is have a very long walk, I find this one a bit easier because I can do it with my son sitting in the buggy. And Not only he normaly would fall asleep so I'll have some quite moment to gather my thought.I can also have some nice fresh air thta can clear my head..

Well, I pray, and when my foot was well, I took long walks in the middle of the desert and enjoyed the peace and quiet. +++ again.

It is easy during the summer, I just run on bike. Walking dogs realese a lot..drinking tea with lemon and honey...talking to my friends...and reading good book.

I usually take a trip out on the beach and sit and watch the waves and my 10 month old play in the sand. I also take a book and read while i am laying there soaking up the sun. Its really a good stress reliever! :)

Most of the time I sing ... and it helps relieve my stress But sometimes, if singing doesn't work or I don't feel like singing because I am wayy too stressed then the only remedy is Classical Music ... I play it loud on my boombox, get comfy in the sofa or a reclining chair, close my eyes ... and FEEL the music ... I feel the notes going through my body It is soothing ... try it ... you won't believe how good it makes you feel afterwards

I agree. Never think too much about your problems as the more you think the bigger the problem becomes. I like to listen to music but as everyone is different, I think that they should do something they love to reduce the stress. I sometimes play a violent PS2 game to vent my anger. Things like this works as well. I hope this heps someone out there. I never reall stress about anything. It does not change anything so why worry about it. Cest' La Vie' What ever will be will be.

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I find the best way to relieve stress is to refocus for a while. I like to go to the gym and exercise and talk to my friends, take a nap, or walk whatever i have in mind at the time that will not remind me of the stress i am under. It gives me a small vacation from the stress so i can cope a bit better when i do have to return to the real world. Basically just zone out whatever why you can.

I scream out of loud and curse about it (it helps a lot tho!) I joke around, I go for a walk with my dog, I hug and complain about my problem to my dog, I sleep to forget about it, I watch movies, I talk to my husband, friends, siblings and parents.

I have two good ways of relieving stress. The first one is to potter in the garden - tidying up, clipping, pruning, taking cuttings and planting them. If I don't feel like gardening, I drive down to the beach and walk for a while, then I settle myself down somewhere in the shade and just watch everyone having fun. Both these ways work for me. Sometimes going to the gym helps, but not always - depends on my fame of mind at the time.

I just play some music - either soothing or downright noisy. Taking a warm shower works too. A good night's sleep usually cures it. ;-)

Quite simple Kathy - I come on to mylot! lolI also like to snuggle up with the kids and watch a musical dvd - like Joseph or Annie! I used to love cycling to get rid of stress but cause of mu back problems I haven't been fit to do this for over a year!