Calm Yourself Down

I know we all have those days where nothing ever goes according to plan. For me, those days are a regular occurance. One little thing can set me over the edge whether it be receiving a horrible grade or problems with friends, I always follow these steps or advice so I dont become a complete wreck!

• Take a Bath

I know that this sounds silly, like why would I want to sit in a tub of my own filth ew! I know it maybe strange but taking a bath in warm water helps relax your muscles and makes you feel better overall. Plus, adding some fun bubbles infused with lavender will also help you to just take a breather and let your troubles run down the drain.

• Read a Book

Even if you are not the biggest fan of reading in the world, opening a book will help you to escape reality for a while, and allows you to enter a magical fanatasy. I am a huge reader and when I saw huge I mean HUGE, so reading really does help to calm me down. My favourite books to dwell upon when I need a bit of a calm down are Science Fiction/Fantasy books because they usually take place somewhere far away, so its like leaving your troubles at the door.

• Jam Out

This step is perfect if youre not a fan of reading! Everyone loves music and they know what makes them feel good and what makes them feel like poo. When youre feeling a bit overstimulated take a five minute break from whatever youre doing and jam out to your favourite song like no one is watching. For me I would listen to Paloma Faiths Picking up the Pieces or anything by Frank Turner (there isnt a song called anything I mean I would listen to any song by him because they are all so good!)

• Go for a Snooze

I do not know anyone who would turn down a nap, and quite frankly there is never enough time to just take a load off and kick back. However, if you can set a little time aside for a quick power nap then it will really help to ease your stress. Some people dont benefit from naps though at all and thats cool to, whatever works best for you!

I hope that these tips work for you and help you on the road to a stress free life! (Corny I know)