How to Not Be Stressed Out

1. Don't schedule too many things in your day

Try to just do two activities or errands a day where you have to drive somewhere for something.  Then you will still have time to relax.  Don't book appointments and errands back to back.  Take several breaks in your day to stop and pray or relax.

2. Eat when you are hungry

This may seem obvious, but when you get really busy, it's easy to forget to eat.  Make sure you eat when you are hungry or your internal stress levels will greatly increase.

3. Take a nap every day

If you can, take a nap every day.  This will keep you from feeling exhausted and worn out which can make you feel more stressed out.

4. Always take a day off every week

Take a day off, not just from work, but from doing any work including grocery shopping or house work.  Just rest and watch movies with your family for a day. :)

5. Have lower expectations for yourself

If you expect yourself to get a lot done every day, don't.  Try not expecting yourself to get anything extra done, other then basic chores etc., and just be happily surprised when you get something else that's extra done.

6. Listen to good music

I prefer worship music to de-stress.  Music helps you to relax and unwind and just enjoy life.  Make sure you listen to some good music every day to keep from feeling too stressed out.  Music can also be great at giving you something else to think about, rather than all the things you could be worrying about.

7. Take time to dance, laugh and smile every day

Don't be serious all day.  Do something silly every day, like dancing, or tickling your children and having fun.

8. When trying to fall asleep, turn your mind off

Some people add to their stress when they can't sleep.  They often can't sleep because of trying to think of too many things.  Force your mind to turn off at night, like shutting a computer down.  Empty your mind of any thoughts so that you can sleep.  :)  And if that doesn't work, pray about whatever you keep thinking about. :)

9. Start or do a hobby that you enjoy

Some people like making bracelets or writing or playing video games.  Find something you like to do for fun and do that every day, or when you can.

10.  Get a pet

Pets can really help to de-stress you.  It gives you something to think about other than yourself, and their cuteness will always brighten your mood and make you less stressed.

God bless!