Stress is one of the most damaging things that a person can go through. Stress takes a toll on the body that makes it more difficult to heal, and floods the body with hormones that can put your body out of balance. In order to avoid this, it is very important to find ways to fight the stress that presents itself in life.

With that said, here are 6 ways to reduce your daily stress levels! 👊

1. Exercise for 30 minutes

 Science has brought people the knowledge that a controlled exercise regimen can do wonders for your body. It’s been discovered that even short periods like 15 - 25 minutes can produce a large amount of benefits for the subject that can last for the majority of a day. If you are a person that suffers from anxiety, then you might also find some relief for your anxiety symptoms in exercise as well.  

2. Set realistic goals

Have you ever fallen short of the goals that you’ve set for yourself? Most people have experienced this at some point in life, but what many fail to realize is that the reason why they failed is most likely because they didn’t have realistic views of their abilities in specific moments. When you set goals that are too hard to reach, the inevitable result is almost always depression of some sort, because it can be hard to deal with failure. The best way to avoid this is to set some good beginning goals to get yourself started off right. Set yourself up for success!

3. Make time for relaxation

It can be easy to get caught up in the day to day hustle, checking things off your to-do list, and meeting your deadlines. But living in a constant state of "hurry" isn't helping your stress levels! Prioritize rest and relaxation throughout your day and your week. And that doesn't always mean taking a nap (but it totally can). Rest also means time away from your phone or computer, connecting with nature, enjoying a good book, or listening to your favorite music.

4. Learn to Manage Your Emotions

When things take a sudden turn for the worse, how do you react? Having a calm outlook regardless of the situation can help you to be a better problem solver, and helps you to avoid rubbing a lot of your close associates the wrong way on a sudden whim. Take a step back and examine your reaction and the reaction of others. This can give you invaluable insight into a variety of life’s situations. 

5. Value Your Time More

Do you find yourself regretting the things that you spend your time doing? Maybe you have a hard time avoiding creating unhealthy obligations. Learn the power of saying no to people. This can help you to eliminate a large portion of stress in an instant. 

6. Eat Healthy + Balanced Meals

Modern diets have made it more difficult for people to keep good food around. One way to make sure that you’re getting the appropriate foods that will give you the important nutrients would be to simply eat a lot of more fruits and vegetables. Fruits and vegetables are easy ways for you to get some of the most natural stores of nutrients. Be sure that you keep healthy snacks around for times when you need an extra boost. If your body hasn’t had enough food, it could begin to release stress hormones like cortisol, which can actually cause you to gain unhealthy weight. 

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