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50 Ways to reduce, manage & prevent stress

We all logically know that there are ways to reduce, manage or prevent stress; but when we are neck deep in stress overload there is no way that we will be able to think of a list of ways, let alone implement them.

So, take some time on a quiet day to brainstorm 10 different ways that you like to reduce, manage and prevent stress.

Having a go to list on your phone, in your journal or on your fridge means that when the time comes you can just pick from the list, enjoy, and relax.

I have pulled together 50 different ideas to start you thinking.

Read through it, write down your favorites, and then add any that the list inspires. Everyone’s list will be different because we all handle stress differently, we all relax in different ways, and we all crave different things in our heart & soul.

I hope these suggestions help you to create a go to list of at least 10 ways to reduce, manage and prevent stress.

​Make sure to post all of your wonderful ideas in the comments below.

So here are 50 ways to reduce, manage & prevent stress

• Get a massage & book again
• Make a gratitude list
• Meditate
• Reframe life’s challenges
• Dance to your favorite song
• Call, text, or email an old friend
• Write in a journal
• Make a lunch date
• Yoga
• Take a nap
• Read for pleasure
• Have tea with a friend
• Look at photos from your last trip
• Colour
• Diffuse essential oils
• Watch your favorite movie
• Declutter your space
• Home spa treatments
• Meal plan
• Write “3 good things”
• A breath of fresh air, literally
• Read something inspiring
• Drink enough water
• Make a game plan
• Take an art class

• Hot bath
• Focus on the positive in your life
• Sing in the car
• Go for a walk
• Have a cup of tea
• Get out in nature
• Ask for help
• Take a class
• Find a walking buddy
• Breathing exercises
• Count slowly to 10
• Sit in the quiet
• Disconnect from tech
• Draw or doodle
• Walk with a dog (borrow on)
• Find an awesome quote
• Write thank you notes
• Get out in the sun
• Display photo of your happy place
• Watch a comedy
• Try progressive relaxation
• Get enough sleep
• Put on your favorite clothes
• Go on a fun date
• Say NO to things that clutter your schedule​

May you find calm amid the chaos & serenity amid the stress.