Hey besties! Let’s talk about something super real: stress. A thing for pretty much everyone, hitting us in all sorts of ways. We all have different things that we deal with throughout our lives, whether it’s home life, work drama, school craziness, family issues, friend problems, relationship problems, or financial stress – you name it, we’re probably dealing with it!
However, it’s how you deal with it that really matters. Some people don’t know how to deal with or cope with stress, and some do not have the resources.
Here are 10 signs & symptoms of stress to keep an eye out for:
- Frequent mood swings (a rollercoaster of feels!)
- Difficultly concentrating
- Low self-esteem (you are amazing, don’t forget it!)
- Not even in the mood for anything intimate
- Changes in eating habits (comfort food overload or no appetite at all?)
- Constantly worrying (those thoughts just won’t quit?)
- Often feeling irritated
- Changes in sleep patterns (tossing and turning all the time?)
- Using alcohol, illegal drugs, or pain killers as an aid
- Withdrawing from loved ones and always wants to be left alone
Okay, so what do we do when stress starts making us feel down and gloomy? We flip the script! Find something that brings you happiness and is actually beneficial for you to help melt that stress.
Here are a few simple ways to manage stress and bring some positive vibes back into your life:
- Read a book
- Vibe out to your favorite music (therapy for the ears!)
- Cozy up for a movie night (self-care cinema!)
- Spend quality time with your loved ones (connection is key!)
- Treat yourself (hello, retail therapy…in moderation!)
- Play your favorite sport
- Exercise or stretch it out
- Meditate (peace out, stress!)
- Unleash your inner artist (express yourself!)
- Go for a walk and get some fresh air
- Pamper yourself with a mani-pedi (you deserve it!)
- Nourish your body with healthy foods (you are what you eat!)
- Prioritize sleep (beauty rest is real!)
- Stay positive! (good vibes only!)
It’s important to recognize when stress is creeping in and to take action ASAP. You deserve to feel good!
Sending you all the positive energy!
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