[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_link_target=”_self” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]Stress and anxiety are common experiences for most people. In fact, 70% of adults in the US say they feel stress or anxiety daily.
Here are our top 6 ways to relieve stress and/or anxiety.
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- Reduce your caffeine intake
Seems simple? Caffeine is a stimulant, high doses can increase anxiety and you stress levels. Try and keep it down to 1 cup a day. - Learn to say No
Being selective about what you take on and saying no to things that will unnecessarily add to your load can reduce your stress levels. - Practice Mindfulness
Mindfulness will focus your attention on things occurring in the present moment without judgment, rather than stressing on what may happen further down the road. - Spend time with a pet
Having a pet may help relieve stress by giving you purpose, keeping you active and providing companionship, all qualities that help reduce anxiety. - Stay active
Regular exercise is good for your physical and emotional health. Regular exercise works as well as medication or meditation to ease anxiety for many people. - Aromatherapy
Using fragrant essential oils to promote calm and well-being. The oils may be inhaled directly or added to a warm bath or diffuser.
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