In two previous posts, I listed the first 40 stress busters from my "Top 100 Stress Busters" list. This post provides the next 20 stress busters (#41 - #60) on my list.
41. Take a long, hot shower or bubble bath.
42. Close your eyes and listen to your favorite music.
43. Take a class you’ve always wanted to take.
44. Join a group so you are around people who share common beliefs, values, and interests.
45. Clean your house – for some people, this does relieve stress.
46. Organize a drawer, desk, cabinet, or room. Being able to find things quickly reduces stress.
47. Hire someone to do those things you don’t like or have time to do (e.g., mowing your lawn, pulling weeds, cleaning your house, running errands).
48. Help a friend or neighbor. Helping others always makes one feel good.
49. Volunteer for a good cause.
50. Develop a hobby. Make it something that you thoroughly enjoy (e.g., photography, writing, woodworking, gardening, traveling, hiking, biking, dancing).
51. Meditate – clear your mind every day and let positive energy flow through you.
52. Be intimate with a spouse or partner.
53. Take dancing lessons or dance as often as you can. Dancing lets you express your individuality.
54. Let your creative juices flow and create something, such as cards, ornaments, poems, clothes, purses, toys, furniture, etc.
55. Play a game (e.g., cards, checkers, chess, Backgammon or a board game).
56. Pick flowers from your garden or buy flowers for your home.
57. Buy candles with scents you enjoy and/or that relax you (aromatherapy).
58. Develop a plan to lose weight.
59. Start an exercise program.
60. Brighten someone’s day - send them a card or note.
The remaining 40 stress busters will be listed in two subsequent blog posts.
Coach Sharon
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