Seeking and Finding Wholeness

Stress is very common these days, this article has very simple tricks to help you let go of that stress before it turns into chronic stress. Enjoy!

1. Be present with whatever you are doing and whoever you are with.
2. Notice something beautiful on a daily basis (e.g., trees, clouds, flowers).
3. Walk, work, and eat at a relaxed pace.
4. Take a short break after meals to relax.
5. Go outside at least once per day and notice nature even if simple, such as the weather, scenery, etc. Allow yourself to enjoy and appreciate nature.
6. During the day, as often as possible, notice and tension in your body (jaw, neck, diaphragm, shoulders, etc.). Breathe deeply and gently stretch and relax any tense areas.
7. If you notice your mind racing or worrying about the past or future, take a minute to breathe deeply and gently focus on something in the moment such as your breath, scenery, birds. Try an emotional shift.
8. Wear comfortable and loose clothing when possible. Take off your shoes when you can.
9. Leave work worries at work.
10. Avoid holding in feelings day after day, avoid holding negativity, release and let go off those feelings before you go to bed.

More to come in future articles