3 simple ways to de-stress

Whether it's a never-ending stream of depressing news, a never-ending to-do list, work stress, or the pandemic, the causes of stress in our lives are at an all-time high right now. The good news is that you can reduce some of your anxiety by taking these three easy steps

By Zarafshan Shiraz, Delhi
Updated on Jun 21, 2022 04:53 pm IST 5 Photos
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Whether it's a never-ending stream of depressing news, a never-ending to-do list, work stress, or the pandemic, the causes of stress in our lives are at an all-time high right now. In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Ayurvedic Nutritionist and Weight Loss Expert Neha Premjee, revealed that the good news is that you can reduce some of your anxiety by taking these tree easy steps: (SHVETS production)

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1. Conscious Awareness - Consciously being aware of your stress is the first step toward de-stressing. Once you know your stress and anxiety, you can practice mindfulness exercises to ground yourself. Mindfulness activities like meditation and MBCT can help you reduce stress, boost your mood, and stay in the present moment. Several books, apps and websites can teach you the basics if you want to practice meditation. (File Photo )

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2. Exercise Routine - Moving your body regularly may assist if you're anxious. Exercising will help decrease stress and improve symptoms associated with common mental health problems such as anxiety and depression. A study discovered that aerobic exercise significantly lowered total felt stress twice a week. Much additional research demonstrates that physical activity helps reduce stress and increase mood. Start with mild exercises like brisk walking if you're currently inactive. Choosing an activity you like may improve your chances of staying with it in the long run. (Gustavo Fring)

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3. Prioritize Your Sleep - Having an appropriate sleep cycle is also very important in battling stress and working on your stress management. Sleeping and waking up early both contribute to a clearer state of mind. On the other hand, not sleeping properly contributes to feelings of stress, drowsiness and lethargy. Sleep is a crucial human function because it helps our minds and bodies to recharge. However, when we do not sleep enough, or for a long enough time, our bodies do not receive the full advantages of sleep, such as muscle restoration and memory consolidation. (Shotshop/IMAGO)

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Certified dietitian and Coach Garima Goyal suggested, "A person needs to meditate for at least five minutes a day. They can do breathing exercises, stretching and yoga. Other than that, there are foods with high and low vibrations. High vibration foods are fruits, veggies, grains and rice, which allow emotional balance. On the other hand, consuming low-vibration foods, such as refined sugar, tea, coffee and alcohol, can cause stress. Another important thing for de-stressing is a proper sleep schedule that ensures 8-9 hours of sleep at night.". (Shutterstock)

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