Unwind the Cheap Way
You don’t have to spend lots of money to relax.
When the stress in your life builds up and starts to affect your quality of life, you know you’ve waited too long to do something about it. Without taking time out of your busy schedule to relax and unwind, you’re putting yourself at risk for depression, weight gain, heart conditions, cancer, other illnesses, and relationship problems. Don’t let stress drive you to unhealthy coping mechanisms like smoking, drinking, drugs, angry outbursts, overeating, under-eating, or withdrawing from family and friends. Rather, find healthy ways to unwind on a regular basis.
While some people recharge with a day at the spa, an exotic vacation, or wining and dining, there are plenty of other ways to relax that don’t require spending lots of money. If financial woes contribute to your stress level, try these free or inexpensive relaxation techniques.
Go for a Walk
Regular exercise is one of the best ways to release pent-up stress and reduce its negative effects on you. So get your heart pumping for half an hour at least three days a week. Go on a walk during your lunch break, take your family on a hike, dance with your spouse, play a game of basketball with friends, or do whatever you like. The options are endless. All you have to do is move!
Get Outside
The hustle and bustle of city life can weigh you down. Take time to get away from the noise and lights and breathe in the fresh air, soak in a little vitamin D, and enjoy the beautiful scenery. You’ll feel the stress drain from your body as you sock in the great outdoors.
Call a Funny Friend
They say laughter is the best medicine. Make use of this by spending time with people who lift your spirits. Call up a friend who makes you laugh or watch a comedy to take your mind off what’s stressing you out.
Get Quality Sleep
Stress can keep you from a good night’s rest, and a lack of sleep can add to your stress. Therefore, it’s vital that you take measures to ensure you sleep well each night. Keep your room cool, quiet, and dark. Limit screen time, take a hot shower, and read an easy-to-comprehend book before falling asleep.
Bring Back the Old Days
Remember when you were a kid and hardly had a care in the world? Your days were filled with riding bikes, making mud pies, and chasing fireflies. Take a lesson from your childhood and do something you enjoyed when you were young. Build a snowman, jump on a trampoline, or play a game of kickball with the kids.
Turn Up the Tunes
Everyone has some go-to music when in need of a mood boost. In the car, at the house, or with your headphones while walking the dog, listen to music that will uplift your spirits.
Be Creative
Expressing yourself through art is a great way to de-stress. Studies have shown the process of making art helps reduce anxiety and depression and increases self-esteem. Get out the craft supplies and draw, paint, sew, knit, or build.
Make Your Own Spa
You don’t have to spend lots of money to relax at a spa when you can make one yourself. Fill the bathtub, turn on soothing music, and light some candles. Turn off your phone and lock the door. Then relax in solitude.
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Allan Alguire