04-26-2010, 05:15 AM
Well, I'll come out and say I'm not a doctor, psychiatrist, anything of the sort, but I do my best to help people with situations.
Here are some of my suggestions to help conquer stress
Remember, I am not a doctor, therapist, etc. I am just another guy trying to help.
The most effective for me is music. If I'm having problems, I'll just turn on some of my favorite music and tune everything and everyone OUT, they're not allowed in MY zone.
Here are some of my suggestions to help conquer stress
1. Listen to music.
1a. Oftentimes listening to music you like can help calm your mind, because you are only concentrated on the song(s). Singing along can add to the help, it gets your mind totally off of whatever may be bothering you, and takes you away to your own place of comfort.
1b. Try to steer away from depressing music, fun music is always a nice thing to listen to...even if the lyrics are depressing, try listening to something that at least sounds up-beat
2. Exercising.
1a. Yes, exercising. Even though many of us hate to do it, it's a huge reliever of stress, because you're focused primarily on getting something done. It releases a lot of energy, and you can always throw some punches to make yourself feel better, without hurting anyone.
1b. Working out for 30 minutes a day not only cuts down your stress level, but you'll be healthier and slimmer in no time!
3. Crying.
1a. Of course we all dread crying, especially in public. Hold off on it until you're alone. I have to admit, I first heard this in a joke by Dane Cook, but to my surprise, it's so true, and very effective. Crying does help you get over everything that is bothering you. By emptying your mind of the sadness via crying, what's left? Happiness or at least the anger or pity is gone ;).
4. Sleeping.
1a. Sleeping off your problems can be a good way to go about the situation if nothing else works. Often, sleeping relaxes not only the body, but the mind. You get a refreshed start on your day after a nice nap or rest. You can usually forget issues by sleeping, which is a good thing, because now you'll be not only fully rested, but mentally more steady.
1a. Oftentimes listening to music you like can help calm your mind, because you are only concentrated on the song(s). Singing along can add to the help, it gets your mind totally off of whatever may be bothering you, and takes you away to your own place of comfort.
1b. Try to steer away from depressing music, fun music is always a nice thing to listen to...even if the lyrics are depressing, try listening to something that at least sounds up-beat
2. Exercising.
1a. Yes, exercising. Even though many of us hate to do it, it's a huge reliever of stress, because you're focused primarily on getting something done. It releases a lot of energy, and you can always throw some punches to make yourself feel better, without hurting anyone.
1b. Working out for 30 minutes a day not only cuts down your stress level, but you'll be healthier and slimmer in no time!
3. Crying.
1a. Of course we all dread crying, especially in public. Hold off on it until you're alone. I have to admit, I first heard this in a joke by Dane Cook, but to my surprise, it's so true, and very effective. Crying does help you get over everything that is bothering you. By emptying your mind of the sadness via crying, what's left? Happiness or at least the anger or pity is gone ;).
4. Sleeping.
1a. Sleeping off your problems can be a good way to go about the situation if nothing else works. Often, sleeping relaxes not only the body, but the mind. You get a refreshed start on your day after a nice nap or rest. You can usually forget issues by sleeping, which is a good thing, because now you'll be not only fully rested, but mentally more steady.
Remember, I am not a doctor, therapist, etc. I am just another guy trying to help.
The most effective for me is music. If I'm having problems, I'll just turn on some of my favorite music and tune everything and everyone OUT, they're not allowed in MY zone.