Anti-stress

[lilsnoopy]

A topic that gets mentioned a lot here is littles with anxiety/stress. I've kind of been going through a rough patch myself so though others might benefit from a general topic on how to cope. Of course the awesome self care post here: https://www.ddlgforum.com/topic/11765-taking-care-of-yourself-master-post/

is a worthwhile read. 

 

A few things I've found help me handle my stress are:

 

-keeping busy (in a healthy way) and not focusing on the negatives too much. 

 

-surround yourself with positive people like friends or family who care about you.

 

-Try making fun slime! It sounds weird but it's like a stress ball. You can play with it to relax. A good diy pretty pastel slime is here: 

 

-Music! I love listening to piano music, especially when I'm studying to help me focus and stay calm. 

 

-Watch a feel-good movie or show once in a while. I highly recommend a comedy. Laughing and smiling are healthy things. 

 

-REALLY, talk to people. Make sure you know you aren't alone and have support. 

 

-Cook/bake. It is usually healthier and cheaper to make food yourself. Plus yummy left overs

 

-Craft. I'm a big fan of it. As an idea this video here explains how to make collars: 

 

-Color!! or watercolor! Chalk! Art in general is a good way to unwind and get rid of all that pesky stress. It is a form of therapy.

 

-Play with puppies. I understand not everyone can do this but I volunteer at the local animal shelter and play with the kitties and puppies. I also know that my college one a month month bring in therapy dogs for students. 

 

-Take a break from stressful things. On a day off of work or school maybe just go for a walk or play in the park.

 

-write. I personally don't write a journal though some people might really enjoy that. I like making lists, plans, ex. Things that I'm looking forward too. It helps me to have my thoughts on paper. 

Edited February 2, 2017 by lilsnoopy

[Guest Kittehmuffin]

All of these! I meditate as well an Dance because it helps burn off the anxious energy. Being out in nature helps me too. Great topic!

[mylittlesidewearsblack]

Coloring is super good for stress for sure. These are all great ideas

[princesspixie]

playing piano helps me a lot, or working with clay

[arineunha]

wow those sound cute

 

I cry or listen to music. Sometimes I just daydream or pet my cat. Theres a scent that's associated with stress relief that I smell at times..I like drinking fraps and sitting somewhere quiet