1. BREATHE
We all do this regularly, but if you want to use your breathing to achieve stillness, be more mindful and careful. Pay close attention to the tempo. Try to shift towards slower, deeper breaths if you are taking quick, shallow ones. Placing your palm on your belly will cause it to rise and expand as you inhale and fall as you exhale. Aim for six breaths per minute or so.
2. LOOK AFTER YOUR BODY
Our physical and mental selves are intertwined. You can take care of your mind and body simultaneously.
3. EXERCISE
A quick walk for 5 minutes counts as 5 minutes of cardiovascular exercise that can help you relax. Endorphins are molecules that make you feel good and can aid with mood, focus, and sleep improvement. You can get a lot of them quickly with high-intensity interval training (HIIT). After warming up, perform sprints, squats, or quick weightlifting for 20 to 30 seconds at a time, followed by equal rest periods.
4. PROGRESSIVE MUSCLE RELAXATION
To calm your mind, use your body's connection with it. Choose a body part, such as the lips, eyes, foot, or leg, and clench it for a few seconds. After that, let go and take a few seconds to relax. Take note of how different that feels. Continue until you have completed your entire body, then go on to the next section. Moreover, it may help with headaches and stomachaches as well as sleep quality.
5. CONSUME WELL- TIMED, WHOLESOME MEALS
We run on food. It provides vital nutrients that support the operation of our bodies. It stands to reason that a better diet will improve our ability to work. We also have greater cognitive function. According to research, a significant component of mental wellness is what we consume. We acquire the nutrients we need to function at our best from wholesome foods like fruits, vegetables, and whole grains.
6. PLAYING MUSIC
Your brain's activity is really calmed by it. The amygdala, the region of the brain that reacts to fear, fires fewer neurons, which could result in fewer signals being delivered to other regions of the brain. If discomfort is keeping you from doing anything, try listening to music. Pay serious attention, not just the background noise. The more you pay attention, the less you'll think about other things.
7. SPEND TIME WITH A DOG
A lovable dog, whether it's a part of your family or a therapy dog, can ease your tension, confusion, and restlessness. The amount of stress chemicals in the body appears to decrease when you pet and play with them. One explanation could be that oxytocin, a hormone involved in trust and bonding, is released by your body. (While less researched, cats can also help you relax.)
8. ENJOY A MOMENT OF LAUGHTER
Catch together with your buddies and catch up, watch a comedy, or browse online for humorous videos. The use of laughter therapy can lessen anxiety.
