Stress is fast becoming the biggest health problem in modern societies. Financial pressures, work pressures, family pressures so much to do so little time to do it all! Heres five quick ways to ease the pressure and relieve stress:
1. Make time to switch off from the daily trials and tribulations and relax for at least one hour every day. Just shut the world out and do something you enjoy. Reading, playing a musical instrument, taking a relaxing bath with music and candles (and maybe a glass of wine) are all great ways to unwind and will be extremely beneficial to your mental health.
2. If youre dealing with a stressful situation and you have a lot on your plate then it can be very hard to find solutions. Youre caught up in the midst of a sandstorm and it is very difficult to see the way out. A good idea is to get some distance from your problems so you can gather your thoughts. If possible, take a day or even a weekend away from your usual surroundings, somewhere peaceful, and relax. Take a journal along so you can jot down any ideas. Distance away from problems can bring clarity and by relaxing, youll be calmer and solutions will come far easier than when youre...