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These can include exercise and mindfulness practices.</p></div></div><div><div class="wp-block-healthline-jwplayer"><div class="css-1ymuq24"><div class="css-oup8q3"><svg viewBox="0 0 16 9" class="css-xcxd8t"></svg></div></div></div></div><div><p>Many people deal with stress every day. Work, family issues, health concerns, and financial obligations are parts of everyday life that commonly contribute to heightened stress levels. </p></div><div><div data-preamp="serena-chatbot"></div></div><div><p>Certain factors may affect your vulnerability to stress. These can include:</p></div><div><ul><li><hl-trusted-source source="PubMed Central" rationale="Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health"><a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6663037/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">genetics</a></hl-trusted-source></li><li>level of social support</li><li>coping style</li><li>personality type</li><li>discrimination due to race, gender, or perceived gender, LBGTQIA+, socioeconomic status, or other factors</li><li>childhood trauma</li><li>your profession</li></ul></div><div><p>Minimizing the chronic stress of daily life as much as possible can support your overall health. 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data-adbridg-ad-class="inline2__slot" data-ad="true" class="css-1t05dkn"></div></div></div></aside></div></div><div class="css-1avyp1d"><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><h2><div><a class="chartbeat-section" name="1-Get-more-physical-activity">1. Get more physical activity </a></div></h2><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><p>If you’re stressed, moving your body consistently <hl-trusted-source source="PubMed Central" rationale="Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health"><a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6082791/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">may help reduce</a></hl-trusted-source> stress levels and improve mood.</p></div><div><p>A <hl-trusted-source source="PubMed Central" rationale="Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health"><a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7264390/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">6-week study</a></hl-trusted-source> of 185 university students found that participating in <a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/fitness-exercise/benefits-of-aerobic-exercise" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">aerobic exercise</a> 2 days per week significantly reduced overall perceived stress and perceived stress due to uncertainty. Plus, the exercise routine significantly improved self-reported depression.</p></div><div><p>Regular exercise has been shown to <hl-trusted-source source="PubMed Central" rationale="Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health"><a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7671962/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">improve symptoms</a></hl-trusted-source> of common mental health conditions such as anxiety and depression (<hl-trusted-source source="PubMed Central" rationale="Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health"><a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7671962/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">15</a></hl-trusted-source>, <hl-trusted-source source="PubMed Central" rationale="Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health"><a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6048763/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">16</a></hl-trusted-source>).</p></div><div><p>If you’re currently inactive, start with gentle activities such as <a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/fitness/cycling-vs-walking" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">walking or biking</a>. Choosing an activity that you enjoy may help increase your chances of sticking to it in the long term. </p></div><span class="css-zya54r"></span></div><div class="css-1avyp1d"><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><h2><div><a class="chartbeat-section" name="2-Eat-a-balanced-diet">2. Eat a balanced diet </a></div></h2><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><p>Your diet affects every aspect of your health, including your mental health.</p></div><div><p>A <hl-trusted-source source="PubMed Central" rationale="Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health"><a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9268228/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">2022 review of research</a></hl-trusted-source> suggests that people who follow a diet high in ultra-processed foods and <a href="https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/too-much-sugar" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">added sugar</a> are more likely to experience higher perceived stress levels.</p></div><div><p>Being chronically stressed may lead you to <a href="https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/overeating-effects" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">overeat</a> and reach for highly palatable foods, which may harm your overall health and mood.</p></div><div><p>Not eating enough nutrient-dense whole foods may increase your risk of deficiencies in nutrients essential for regulating stress and mood, such as magnesium and B vitamins.</p></div><div><p>Minimizing your intake of highly processed foods and beverages and eating more whole foods can help ensure your body is properly nourished. In turn, this may improve your resilience to stress. Whole food options can include:</p></div><div><ul><li>vegetables</li><li>fruits</li><li>beans</li><li>fish</li><li>nuts</li><li>seeds</li></ul></div><div class="css-20w1gi"><aside class="css-0 css-0" data-testid="sticky-inline-ad" data-sticky="false"><div><div data-empty="true" class="css-1sq15os"><div class="css-1hjaa0k"><span class="css-zya54r"></span></div><div id="inline7__slot" data-adbridg-ad-class="inline7__slot" data-ad="true" class="css-1t05dkn"></div></div></div></aside></div></div><div class="css-1avyp1d"><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><h2><div><a class="chartbeat-section" name="3-Minimize-phone-use-and-screen-time">3. Minimize phone use and screen time </a></div></h2><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><p>While smartphones, computers, and tablets are often necessary, using them too often may increase stress levels.</p></div><div><p>A <hl-trusted-source source="PubMed Central" rationale="Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health"><a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8203830/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">2021 review of literature</a></hl-trusted-source> points out that several studies have linked <a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/cell-phone-addiction" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">excessive smartphone use</a> with increased stress levels and mental health disorders.</p></div><div><p>Spending <a href="https://www.healthline.com/health-news/daily-screen-time-developmental-delays-young-children" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">too much time in front of screens</a> is associated with lower psychological well-being and increased stress levels in adults and kids.</p></div><div><p>Furthermore, screen time may negatively affect sleep, which <hl-trusted-source source="PubMed Central" rationale="Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health"><a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7202382/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">may also lead</a></hl-trusted-source> to increased stress levels.</p></div><span class="css-zya54r"></span></div><div class="css-1avyp1d"><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><h2><div><a class="chartbeat-section" name="4-Practice-self-care">4. Practice self-care</a></div></h2><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><p>Setting aside time to practice self-care <hl-trusted-source source="National Institute of Mental Health" rationale="Governmental authority"><a href="https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/caring-for-your-mental-health" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">may help reduce</a></hl-trusted-source> your stress levels. Practical examples include:</p></div><div><ul><li>going for a <a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/benefits-of-walking" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">walk</a> outside</li><li><a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/chronic-pain/hot-bath-benefits-sento-furo-japanese-bathing" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">taking a bath</a></li><li><a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/nontoxic-candles" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">lighting candles</a></li><li><a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/benefits-of-reading-books" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">reading</a> a good book</li><li><a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/heart-disease/exercise-stress-relief" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">exercising</a></li><li>preparing a <a href="https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/easy-and-healthy-meal-plan" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">healthy meal</a></li><li><a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/sleep/the-best-workout-routine-to-do-before-bedtime" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">stretching before bed</a></li><li>getting a <a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/types-of-massage" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">massage</a></li><li>practicing a hobby</li><li>using a diffuser with calming scents</li><li><a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/fitness/yoga-for-stress" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">practicing yoga</a></li></ul></div><div><p>People who engage in self-care <hl-trusted-source source="PubMed Central" rationale="Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health"><a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8678542/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">typically have</a></hl-trusted-source> lower levels of stress and improved quality of life, while a lack of self-care is associated with a higher risk of stress and burnout.</p></div><div><p>Taking time for yourself is essential to live a healthy life. This is especially important for people who tend to be highly stressed, including nurses, doctors, teachers, and caretakers.</p></div><div><p>Self-care doesn’t have to be elaborate or complicated. It simply means tending to your well-being and happiness. </p></div><div><p>Exposure to certain scents via candles or essential oils may be especially calming. Here are a few relaxing scents:</p></div><div><ul><li>lavender</li><li>rose</li><li>vetiver</li><li>bergamot</li><li>Roman chamomile</li><li>neroli</li><li>frankincense</li><li>sandalwood</li><li>ylang-ylang</li><li>orange or orange blossom</li><li>geranium</li></ul></div><div><p>Using scents to boost your mood is called <a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/what-is-aromatherapy" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">aromatherapy</a>. Aromatherapy <a href="https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0965229921000807?via%3Dihub" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">can decrease</a> anxiety and improve sleep.</p></div><div class="css-20w1gi"><aside class="css-0 css-0" data-testid="sticky-inline-ad" data-sticky="false"><div><div data-empty="true" class="css-1sq15os"><div class="css-1hjaa0k"><span class="css-zya54r"></span></div><div id="inline12__slot" data-adbridg-ad-class="inline12__slot" data-ad="true" class="css-1t05dkn"></div></div></div></aside></div></div><div class="css-1avyp1d"><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><h2><div><a class="chartbeat-section" name="5-Try-journaling">5. Try journaling</a></div></h2><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><p>Journaling <hl-trusted-source source="PubMed Central" rationale="Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health"><a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8935176/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">may help reduce</a></hl-trusted-source> stress and anxiety and provide a positive outlet for your thoughts and emotions. </p></div><div><p>A <hl-trusted-source source="PubMed Central" rationale="Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health"><a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6305886/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">2018 study</a></hl-trusted-source> noted that expressive writing or therapeutic writing can benefit people managing chronic health conditions, including but not limited to mental health conditions like <a href="https://www.healthline.com/discover/dep-self-care/health-mood-journal-101-how-to-get-started-on-controlling-your-emotions/" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">depression</a>.</p></div><div><p>They noted that <a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/benefits-of-journaling" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">regular journaling</a> may be linked to a higher quality of life, more proactive self-care behaviors, and other healthful behaviors, such as taking prescribed medications. </p></div><div><p>You can also try a <a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/best-guided-journals" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">guided journal</a> if you’d prefer more targeted, expressive writing.</p></div><span class="css-zya54r"></span></div><div class="css-1avyp1d"><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><h2><div><a class="chartbeat-section" name="6-Reduce-your-caffeine-intake">6. Reduce your caffeine intake</a></div></h2><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><p><a href="http://healthline.com/nutrition/what-is-caffeine" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">Caffeine</a> is a chemical in coffee, tea, chocolate, and energy drinks that stimulates your central nervous system. </p></div><div><p>Consuming too much may worsen anxiety, according to a <hl-trusted-source source="PubMed Central" rationale="Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health"><a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8467199/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">2021 review of literature</a></hl-trusted-source> on the subject. Overconsumption may also harm your sleep. In turn, this may increase stress and anxiety symptoms.</p></div><div><p>People have different thresholds for how much caffeine they can tolerate. If caffeine makes you jittery or anxious, consider cutting back by replacing coffee or energy drinks with decaffeinated coffee, herbal tea, or water.</p></div><div><p>Although <a href="http://healthline.com/nutrition/top-13-evidence-based-health-benefits-of-coffee" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">coffee has health benefits</a> in moderation, it’s recommended to keep caffeine intake under <hl-trusted-source source="PubMed Central" rationale="Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health"><a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK519490/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">400 mg</a></hl-trusted-source> daily, which equals 4–5 cups (0.9–1.2 L) of coffee.</p></div><div><p>Still, people sensitive to caffeine may experience increased anxiety and stress after consuming less caffeine than this, so it’s important to consider your tolerance. </p></div></div><div class="css-1avyp1d"><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><h2><div><a class="chartbeat-section" name="7-Spend-time-with-friends-and-family">7. Spend time with friends and family</a></div></h2><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><p>Social support from <a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/benefits-of-friendship" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">friends</a> and family may help you get through stressful times and cope with stress.</p></div><div><p>One <hl-trusted-source source="PubMed Central" rationale="Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health"><a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30920247/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">2019 study</a></hl-trusted-source> in 163 Latinx college-age young adults associated lower levels of support from friends, family, and romantic partners with <a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/how-to-deal-with-loneliness" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">loneliness</a>, depressive symptoms, and perceived stress.</p></div><div><p>Having a social support system is important for your overall mental health. If you’re feeling alone and don’t have friends or family to depend on, social support groups may help. Consider joining a club or sports team or volunteering for a cause that’s important to you.</p></div><div id="hl-incontent-video-ad" data-adbridg-ad-class="hl-incontent" class="css-pp6cpn"></div><div id="div-gpt-ad-out-of-page"></div></div><div class="css-1avyp1d"><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><h2><div><a class="chartbeat-section" name="8-Create-boundaries-and-learn-to-say-no">8. Create boundaries and learn to say no</a></div></h2><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><p>Not all stressors are within your control, but some are. Putting too much on your plate may increase your stress load and limit the amount of time you can spend on self-care.</p></div><div><p>One way to help reduce stress and protect your mental health may be to say “no” more often. This is especially true if you take on more than you can handle because juggling many responsibilities may leave you <a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/i-cant-take-it-anymore" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">feeling overwhelmed</a>.</p></div><div><p>Being selective about what you take on — and saying “no” to things that will unnecessarily add to your load — can reduce your stress levels.</p></div><div><p><a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/set-boundaries" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">Creating boundaries</a> — especially with people who add to your stress levels — is a healthy way to protect your well-being. This can be as simple as asking a friend or family member not to stop by unannounced or canceling standing plans with a friend if you need more space.</p></div></div><div class="css-1avyp1d"><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><h2><div><a class="chartbeat-section" name="9-Avoid-procrastination">9. Avoid procrastination</a></div></h2><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><p>Another way to take control of your stress is to stay on top of your priorities and avoid procrastinating when you aren’t feeling stressed.</p></div><div><p><a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/chronic-procrastination" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">Procrastination</a> may harm your productivity and leave you scrambling to catch up. This can cause stress, which negatively affects your health and sleep quality. It’s also true that you may be <hl-trusted-source source="PubMed Central" rationale="Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health"><a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10049005/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">more likely</a></hl-trusted-source> to procrastinate in times of stress as a coping mechanism.</p></div><div><p>A <hl-trusted-source source="PubMed Central" rationale="Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health"><a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6619418/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">study</a></hl-trusted-source> in 140 medical students in China linked procrastination to increased stress levels. The study also associated procrastination and delayed stress reactions with more negative parenting styles, including punishment and rejection.</p></div><div><p>If you find yourself procrastinating regularly, it may be helpful to make <a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/how-to-tweak-your-to-do-list-for-your-mental-health" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">a to-do list</a> organized by priority. Give yourself realistic deadlines and work your way down the list. Sometimes, adding an item to the list may help you feel better about it, even if it doesn’t get done immediately.</p></div><div><p>Work on the things that need to get done today, and give yourself chunks of uninterrupted time. Switching between tasks or multitasking can be stressful in itself.</p></div><div class="css-20w1gi"><aside class="css-0 css-0" data-testid="sticky-inline-ad" data-sticky="false"><div><div data-empty="true" class="css-1sq15os"><div class="css-1hjaa0k"><span class="css-zya54r"></span></div><div id="inline23__slot" data-adbridg-ad-class="inline23__slot" data-ad="true" class="css-1t05dkn"></div></div></div></aside></div></div><div class="css-1avyp1d"><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><h2><div><a class="chartbeat-section" name="10-Take-a-yoga-class">10. Take a yoga class</a></div></h2><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><p><a href="http://healthline.com/nutrition/13-benefits-of-yoga" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">Yoga</a> has become a popular method of stress relief and exercise among all age groups.</p></div><div><p>While yoga styles differ, most share a common goal — to join your body and mind by increasing body and breath awareness.</p></div><div><p><hl-trusted-source source="National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health" rationale="Governmental authority"><a href="https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/yoga-what-you-need-to-know" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">Research</a></hl-trusted-source> shows that yoga helps reduce stress and anxiety. Plus, it can promote psychological well-being.</p></div><div><p>These benefits seem related to yoga’s effect on your nervous system and stress response. </p></div><div><p>Yoga <hl-trusted-source source="PubMed Central" rationale="Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health"><a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7074898/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">may help</a></hl-trusted-source> lower cortisol levels, blood pressure, and heart rate while increasing levels of <a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/gamma-aminobutyric-acid" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">gamma aminobutyric acid</a>, a neurotransmitter that’s low in people with mood disorders.</p></div></div><div class="css-1avyp1d"><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><h2><div><a class="chartbeat-section" name="Mindful-moves-15-minute-yoga-flow-for-anxiety"><span class="syndication-blacklist">Mindful moves: 15-minute yoga flow for anxiety</span></a></div></h2><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><div class="wp-block-healthline-jwplayer"><div class="css-1ymuq24"><div class="css-oup8q3"><svg viewBox="0 0 16 9" class="css-xcxd8t"></svg></div></div></div></div></div><div class="css-1avyp1d"><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><h2><div><a class="chartbeat-section" name="11-Practice-mindfulness">11. Practice mindfulness</a></div></h2><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><p>Mindfulness describes practices that anchor you to the present moment.</p></div><div><p>Stress reduction techniques that utilize mindfulness include meditation and mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT), a type of <a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/cognitive-behavioral-therapy" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">cognitive behavioral therapy</a>.</p></div><div><p>Meditating consistently, even for short periods, <hl-trusted-source source="PubMed Central" rationale="Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health"><a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30153464/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">may help boost</a></hl-trusted-source> your mood and decrease symptoms of stress and anxiety. </p></div><div><p>Countless books, <a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/meditation-online" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">apps, and websites</a> can teach you the basics if you want to try meditation. There may also be therapists in your area who specialize in MBCT. </p></div></div><div class="css-1avyp1d"><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><h2><div><a class="chartbeat-section" name="12-Cuddle"><strong>12. Cuddle</strong></a></div></h2><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><p><a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/how-to-cuddle" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">Human touch</a> may have a calming effect and help you better cope with stress.</p></div><div><p>For example, studies show positive physical contact <hl-trusted-source source="PubMed Central" rationale="Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health"><a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7250541/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">may help relieve</a></hl-trusted-source> stress and loneliness.</p></div><div><p>These types of contact <hl-trusted-source source="PubMed Central" rationale="Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health"><a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7672023/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">may help</a></hl-trusted-source> release oxytocin and <a href="http://healthline.com/nutrition/ways-to-lower-cortisol" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">lower cortisol</a>. In turn, these effects help lower blood pressure and heart rate. Both high blood pressure and increased heart rate are physical symptoms of stress.</p></div></div><div class="css-1avyp1d"><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><h2><div><a class="chartbeat-section" name="13-Spend-time-in-nature">13. Spend time in nature</a></div></h2><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><p>Spending more <a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/health-benefits-of-being-outdoors" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">time outside</a> may help reduce stress.</p></div><div><p>Studies show that spending time in green spaces such as parks and forests and being <a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/ecotherapy" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">immersed in nature</a> are healthy ways to manage stress.</p></div><div><p>A <hl-trusted-source source="PubMed Central" rationale="Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health"><a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6970969/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">review of 14 studies</a></hl-trusted-source> found that spending as little as 10 minutes in a natural setting may help improve psychological and physiological markers of mental well-being, including perceived stress and happiness, in college-aged people.</p></div><div><p><a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/exercise-fitness/hiking-brain-benefits" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">Hiking</a> and camping are great options, but some people don’t enjoy — or have access to — these activities. Even in an urban area, you can seek out green spaces such as local parks, arboretums, and botanical gardens.</p></div></div><div class="css-1avyp1d"><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><h2><div><a class="chartbeat-section" name="14-Practice-deep-breathing">14. Practice deep breathing</a></div></h2><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><p>Mental stress activates your sympathetic nervous system, sending your body into <a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/fight-flight-freeze" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">fight-or-flight mode</a>.</p></div><div><p>During this reaction, stress hormones trigger physical symptoms such as a faster heartbeat, quicker breathing, and constricted blood vessels.</p></div><div><p>Deep breathing exercises <hl-trusted-source source="PubMed Central" rationale="Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health"><a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6137615/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">may help activate</a></hl-trusted-source> your parasympathetic nervous system, which controls the relaxation response.</p></div><div><p>Deep <a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/breathing-exercises-for-anxiety" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">breathing exercises</a> include:</p></div><div><ul><li><a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/diaphragmatic-breathing" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">diaphragmatic breathing</a></li><li><a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/alternate-nostril-breathing" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">alternate nostril breathing</a></li><li><a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/breathwork" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">box breathing</a></li><li>paced respiration</li></ul></div><div><p>Deep breathing aims to focus your awareness on your breath, making it slower and deeper. When you breathe in deeply through your nose, your lungs fully expand, and your belly rises. This helps slow your heart rate, allowing you to feel at peace.</p></div></div><div class="css-1avyp1d"><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><h2><div><a class="chartbeat-section" name="15-Spend-time-with-a-pet">15. Spend time with a pet</a></div></h2><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><p>Having a pet may <hl-trusted-source source="PubMed Central" rationale="Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health"><a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31614747/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">help reduce</a></hl-trusted-source> stress and improve your mood.</p></div><div><p>When you cuddle or touch your pet, your body releases <a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/how-to-increase-oxytocin" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">oxytocin</a> — a hormone linked to a positive mood.</p></div><div><p>Plus, <hl-trusted-source source="PubMed Central" rationale="Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health"><a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6826684/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">research</a></hl-trusted-source> shows that pet owners — especially those with <a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/service-dog-for-anxiety" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">dogs</a> — tend to have greater life satisfaction, better self-esteem, reduced levels of loneliness and anxiety, and more positive moods.</p></div><div><p>Having a pet may also help relieve stress by giving you purpose, keeping you active, and providing companionship.</p></div></div><div class="css-1avyp1d"><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><h2><div><a class="chartbeat-section" name="16-Consider-supplements">16. Consider supplements</a></div></h2><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><p>Several vitamins and minerals play an important role in your body’s stress response and mood regulation. As such, a deficiency in one or more nutrients may affect your mental health and ability to cope with stress.</p></div><div><p>Some studies show that certain dietary supplements may help reduce stress and improve mood. </p></div><div><p>For example, your magnesium levels may deplete when you’re chronically stressed. </p></div><div><p>Since this mineral plays an important role in your body’s stress response, you may want to ensure you’re getting enough each day. Supplementing with <a href="https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/10-proven-magnesium-benefits" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">magnesium</a> has <hl-trusted-source source="PubMed Central" rationale="Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health"><a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7761127/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">been shown</a></hl-trusted-source> to improve stress in chronically stressed people.</p></div><div><p>Other supplements, including Rhodiola, ashwagandha, B vitamins, and L-theanine, may also help reduce stress, though more research is needed to understand their potential benefits better.</p></div><div><p>However, dietary supplements may not be appropriate or safe for everyone. Consult a healthcare professional if you’re interested in using supplements to help relieve stress. </p></div></div><div class="css-1avyp1d"><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><h2><div><a class="chartbeat-section" name="The-bottom-line">The bottom line</a></div></h2><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><p>Although stress is unavoidable, being <a href="https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/symptoms-of-stress" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">chronically stressed</a> takes a toll on your physical and mental health. </p></div><div><p>Fortunately, several evidence-based strategies can help you reduce stress and improve your overall psychological well-being. </p></div><div><p><a href="https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/10-benefits-of-exercise" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">Exercise</a>, mindfulness, spending time with a pet, minimizing screen time, and getting outside more often are all effective methods. </p></div><div><p><a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/es/como-quitar-el-estres" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c"><span class="syndication-blacklist">Read this article in Spanish.</span></a></p></div></div></article><span class="css-zya54r"></span></div><div><div class="css-8q0s1n css-10dx3t"><div class="css-15lc7zf"><h3 id="bylineArticleTools">How we reviewed this article:</h3><div class="css-vrhe66"><button type="button" class="css-5sudr5"><div class="css-rre5oz"><span class="css-1d75hb8"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" fill="none" viewBox="0 0 20 20"><path fill="currentColor" fill-rule="evenodd" d="M0 10C0 4.477 4.477 0 10 0s10 4.477 10 10-4.477 10-10 10S0 15.523 0 10Zm18.5 0a8.5 8.5 0 1 0-17 0 8.5 8.5 0 0 0 17 0ZM10 4c-.823 0-1.5.677-1.5 1.518C8.5 6.323 9.177 7 10 7c.841 0 1.5-.677 1.5-1.482A1.5 1.5 0 0 0 10 4Zm0 4.5a1 1 0 0 1 1 1V15a1 1 0 1 1-2 0V9.5a1 1 0 0 1 1-1Z" clip-rule="evenodd"></path></svg></span><span>Sources</span></div></button><button type="button" open="" class="css-5sudr5"><div class="css-rre5oz"><span class="css-1d75hb8"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="22" height="20" fill="none" viewBox="0 0 22 20"><path fill="currentColor" d="M3.181 9.732c.43 0 .793-.003 1.157 0 .66.007 1.023.613.696 1.19a221.037 221.037 0 0 1-1.774 3.072c-.329.557-1.038.553-1.366-.007-.6-1.02-1.191-2.043-1.774-3.072-.325-.575.043-1.177.708-1.183h.808c.055-.447.088-.882.165-1.309.557-3.104 2.187-5.489 4.913-7.056 3.679-2.114 8.05-1.75 11.352.913 2.062 1.664 3.29 3.84 3.625 6.473.678 5.323-3.012 10.254-8.308 11.103-3.215.515-6.044-.356-8.476-2.515-.297-.259-.373-.598-.233-.92.14-.323.454-.52.805-.454.187.04.361.13.504.26a8.618 8.618 0 0 0 4.383 2.108c3.72.63 7.513-1.394 9.084-4.846a8.521 8.521 0 0 0-6.047-11.911C8.763.618 4.201 3.71 3.353 8.4c-.078.427-.112.863-.172 1.331Z"></path><path fill="currentColor" d="M10.12 7.212V3.711a.778.778 0 0 1 1.535-.171c.017.104.024.21.02.314v6.25a.412.412 0 0 0 .168.368c1.125.89 2.241 1.791 3.362 2.686.26.208.405.466.342.803-.11.583-.76.829-1.244.459-.485-.37-.952-.756-1.427-1.135-.79-.633-1.578-1.27-2.373-1.898a.933.933 0 0 1-.385-.793c.008-1.125.003-2.252.003-3.382Z"></path></svg></span><span>History</span></div></button></div><div class="css-1ndif92"><div class="css-1ubyuqj"><div id="article-resources" role="region" class="css-1ugaz02"><div class="css-0">Healthline has strict sourcing guidelines and relies on peer-reviewed studies, academic research institutions, and medical journals and associations. 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It may also improve your overall quality of life. This is what the research…</a></p><a class="css-v5yzal css-ysgmro" data-event="engagement|bottom page content promo click|/nutrition/12-benefits-of-meditation;engagement|bottom page content promo click index|4" data-element-event="INTERNAL LINK|FOOTER|Any Page|Read This Next|LINK|How Meditation Benefits Your Mind and Body|rn3" href="https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/12-benefits-of-meditation?utm_source=ReadNext" data-ga4="Read Next button clicks">READ MORE<span class="icon-hl-arrow-right selector css-2kgwd5"></span></a></div></div></div><section class="css-82r5pg css-1ub4i5m"></section></div></div></li><li class="css-12weawj"><div class="css-m260rd"><div class="css-1h1rean"><div class="css-1r7frvz"><div class="css-lm0pdr"><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><figure class="css-1e4ja14 css-f0t0lw"><a class="css-j5n0jw" data-event="engagement|bottom page content promo click|/nutrition/13-benefits-of-yoga;engagement|bottom page content promo click index|5" data-element-event="INTERNAL LINK|FOOTER|Any Page|Read This Next|LINK|12 Benefits of Yoga That Are Supported by Science|rn4" href="https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/13-benefits-of-yoga?utm_source=ReadNext" aria-label="image-link" data-ga4="Read Next button clicks" data-testid="image-link" aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1"><div class="css-79elbk"><span class="css-rwmw5v css-1pf0x3y"><span class="css-1767n2d"><lazy-image alt="12 Benefits of Yoga That Are Supported by Science" src="https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/woman-doing-push-ups-on-mat-732x549-thumbnail-732x549.jpg" srcSet="https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/woman-doing-push-ups-on-mat-732x549-thumbnail-732x549.jpg 200w" className="css-1lyqwde"></lazy-image></span></span><span class="css-1fb1nmp"><span class="css-a10gts"></span></span></div></a></figure><div class="css-u8uhak"><a class="css-sqa1yu" data-event="engagement|bottom page content promo click|/nutrition/13-benefits-of-yoga;engagement|bottom page content promo click index|5" data-element-event="INTERNAL LINK|FOOTER|Any Page|Read This Next|LINK|12 Benefits of Yoga That Are Supported by Science|rn4" href="https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/13-benefits-of-yoga?utm_source=ReadNext" data-testid="title-link" data-ga4="Read Next button clicks">12 Benefits of Yoga That Are Supported by Science</a><section data-testid="byline" class="css-175dd67"><div><span><span><span><span>Written by <span>Sarah Ezrin</span></span></span></span><span><span><span> and <a class="css-1c2ok3c css-ro87dg" href="https://www.healthline.com/authors/anisha-mansuri">Anisha Mansuri</a></span></span></span></span></div></section><p class=""><a class="css-onvglr" data-event="engagement|bottom page content promo click|/nutrition/13-benefits-of-yoga;engagement|bottom page content promo click index|5" data-element-event="INTERNAL LINK|FOOTER|Any Page|Read This Next|LINK|12 Benefits of Yoga That Are Supported by Science|rn4" href="https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/13-benefits-of-yoga?utm_source=ReadNext" data-testid="text-link" data-ga4="Read Next button clicks" aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1">Yoga combines breathing exercises, meditation, and poses that are proven to benefit mental and physical health. 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Choosing an activity that you enjoy may help increase your chances of sticking to it in the long term. "}]},{"id":"2-Eat-a-balanced-diet","isCollapsable":false,"header":["2. Eat a balanced diet "],"body":[{"tagName":"p","source":"Your diet affects every aspect of your health, including your mental health."},{"tagName":"p","source":"A \u003chl-trusted-source source=\"PubMed Central\" rationale=\"Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9268228/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003e2022 review of research\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/hl-trusted-source\u003e suggests that people who follow a diet high in ultra-processed foods and \u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/too-much-sugar\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003eadded sugar\u003c/a\u003e are more likely to experience higher perceived stress levels."},{"tagName":"p","source":"Being chronically stressed may lead you to \u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/overeating-effects\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003eovereat\u003c/a\u003e and reach for highly palatable foods, which may harm your overall health and mood."},{"tagName":"p","source":"Not eating enough nutrient-dense whole foods may increase your risk of deficiencies in nutrients essential for regulating stress and mood, such as magnesium and B vitamins."},{"tagName":"p","source":"Minimizing your intake of highly processed foods and beverages and eating more whole foods can help ensure your body is properly nourished. 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Minimize phone use and screen time "],"body":[{"tagName":"p","source":"While smartphones, computers, and tablets are often necessary, using them too often may increase stress levels."},{"tagName":"p","source":"A \u003chl-trusted-source source=\"PubMed Central\" rationale=\"Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8203830/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003e2021 review of literature\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/hl-trusted-source\u003e points out that several studies have linked \u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/cell-phone-addiction\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003eexcessive smartphone use\u003c/a\u003e with increased stress levels and mental health disorders."},{"tagName":"p","source":"Spending \u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/health-news/daily-screen-time-developmental-delays-young-children\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003etoo much time in front of screens\u003c/a\u003e is associated with lower psychological well-being and increased stress levels in adults and kids."},{"tagName":"p","source":"Furthermore, screen time may negatively affect sleep, which \u003chl-trusted-source source=\"PubMed Central\" rationale=\"Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7202382/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003emay also lead\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/hl-trusted-source\u003e to increased stress levels."}]},{"id":"4-Practice-self-care","isCollapsable":false,"header":["4. Practice self-care"],"body":[{"tagName":"p","source":"Setting aside time to practice self-care \u003chl-trusted-source source=\"National Institute of Mental Health\" rationale=\"Governmental authority\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/caring-for-your-mental-health\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003emay help reduce\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/hl-trusted-source\u003e your stress levels. Practical examples include:"},{"tagName":"ul","source":"\u003cli\u003egoing for a \u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/health/benefits-of-walking\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003ewalk\u003c/a\u003e outside\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/health/chronic-pain/hot-bath-benefits-sento-furo-japanese-bathing\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003etaking a bath\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/health/nontoxic-candles\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003elighting candles\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/health/benefits-of-reading-books\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003ereading\u003c/a\u003e a good book\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/health/heart-disease/exercise-stress-relief\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003eexercising\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003epreparing a \u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/easy-and-healthy-meal-plan\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003ehealthy meal\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/health/sleep/the-best-workout-routine-to-do-before-bedtime\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003estretching before bed\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003egetting a \u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/health/types-of-massage\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003emassage\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003epracticing a hobby\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eusing a diffuser with calming scents\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/health/fitness/yoga-for-stress\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003epracticing yoga\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e"},{"tagName":"p","source":"People who engage in self-care \u003chl-trusted-source source=\"PubMed Central\" rationale=\"Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8678542/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003etypically have\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/hl-trusted-source\u003e lower levels of stress and improved quality of life, while a lack of self-care is associated with a higher risk of stress and burnout."},{"tagName":"p","source":"Taking time for yourself is essential to live a healthy life. This is especially important for people who tend to be highly stressed, including nurses, doctors, teachers, and caretakers."},{"tagName":"p","source":"Self-care doesn’t have to be elaborate or complicated. It simply means tending to your well-being and happiness. "},{"tagName":"p","source":"Exposure to certain scents via candles or essential oils may be especially calming. Here are a few relaxing scents:"},{"tagName":"ul","source":"\u003cli\u003elavender\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003erose\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003evetiver\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003ebergamot\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eRoman chamomile\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eneroli\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003efrankincense\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003esandalwood\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eylang-ylang\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eorange or orange blossom\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003egeranium\u003c/li\u003e"},{"tagName":"p","source":"Using scents to boost your mood is called \u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/health/what-is-aromatherapy\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003earomatherapy\u003c/a\u003e. Aromatherapy \u003ca href=\"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0965229921000807?via%3Dihub\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003ecan decrease\u003c/a\u003e anxiety and improve sleep."}]},{"id":"5-Try-journaling","isCollapsable":false,"header":["5. Try journaling"],"body":[{"tagName":"p","source":"Journaling \u003chl-trusted-source source=\"PubMed Central\" rationale=\"Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8935176/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003emay help reduce\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/hl-trusted-source\u003e stress and anxiety and provide a positive outlet for your thoughts and emotions. "},{"tagName":"p","source":"A \u003chl-trusted-source source=\"PubMed Central\" rationale=\"Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6305886/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003e2018 study\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/hl-trusted-source\u003e noted that expressive writing or therapeutic writing can benefit people managing chronic health conditions, including but not limited to mental health conditions like \u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/discover/dep-self-care/health-mood-journal-101-how-to-get-started-on-controlling-your-emotions/\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003edepression\u003c/a\u003e."},{"tagName":"p","source":"They noted that \u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/health/benefits-of-journaling\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003eregular journaling\u003c/a\u003e may be linked to a higher quality of life, more proactive self-care behaviors, and other healthful behaviors, such as taking prescribed medications. "},{"tagName":"p","source":"You can also try a \u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/health/best-guided-journals\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003eguided journal\u003c/a\u003e if you’d prefer more targeted, expressive writing."}]},{"id":"6-Reduce-your-caffeine-intake","isCollapsable":false,"header":["6. Reduce your caffeine intake"],"body":[{"tagName":"p","source":"\u003ca href=\"http://healthline.com/nutrition/what-is-caffeine\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003eCaffeine\u003c/a\u003e is a chemical in coffee, tea, chocolate, and energy drinks that stimulates your central nervous system. "},{"tagName":"p","source":"Consuming too much may worsen anxiety, according to a \u003chl-trusted-source source=\"PubMed Central\" rationale=\"Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8467199/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003e2021 review of literature\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/hl-trusted-source\u003e on the subject. Overconsumption may also harm your sleep. In turn, this may increase stress and anxiety symptoms."},{"tagName":"p","source":"People have different thresholds for how much caffeine they can tolerate. If caffeine makes you jittery or anxious, consider cutting back by replacing coffee or energy drinks with decaffeinated coffee, herbal tea, or water."},{"tagName":"p","source":"Although \u003ca href=\"http://healthline.com/nutrition/top-13-evidence-based-health-benefits-of-coffee\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003ecoffee has health benefits\u003c/a\u003e in moderation, it’s recommended to keep caffeine intake under \u003chl-trusted-source source=\"PubMed Central\" rationale=\"Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK519490/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003e400 mg\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/hl-trusted-source\u003e daily, which equals 4–5 cups (0.9–1.2 L) of coffee."},{"tagName":"p","source":"Still, people sensitive to caffeine may experience increased anxiety and stress after consuming less caffeine than this, so it’s important to consider your tolerance. "}]},{"id":"7-Spend-time-with-friends-and-family","isCollapsable":false,"header":["7. Spend time with friends and family"],"body":[{"tagName":"p","source":"Social support from \u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/health/benefits-of-friendship\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003efriends\u003c/a\u003e and family may help you get through stressful times and cope with stress."},{"tagName":"p","source":"One \u003chl-trusted-source source=\"PubMed Central\" rationale=\"Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30920247/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003e2019 study\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/hl-trusted-source\u003e in 163 Latinx college-age young adults associated lower levels of support from friends, family, and romantic partners with \u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/health/how-to-deal-with-loneliness\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003eloneliness\u003c/a\u003e, depressive symptoms, and perceived stress."},{"tagName":"p","source":"Having a social support system is important for your overall mental health. If you’re feeling alone and don’t have friends or family to depend on, social support groups may help. Consider joining a club or sports team or volunteering for a cause that’s important to you."}]},{"id":"8-Create-boundaries-and-learn-to-say-no","isCollapsable":false,"header":["8. Create boundaries and learn to say no"],"body":[{"tagName":"p","source":"Not all stressors are within your control, but some are. Putting too much on your plate may increase your stress load and limit the amount of time you can spend on self-care."},{"tagName":"p","source":"One way to help reduce stress and protect your mental health may be to say “no” more often. This is especially true if you take on more than you can handle because juggling many responsibilities may leave you \u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/health/i-cant-take-it-anymore\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003efeeling overwhelmed\u003c/a\u003e."},{"tagName":"p","source":"Being selective about what you take on — and saying “no” to things that will unnecessarily add to your load — can reduce your stress levels."},{"tagName":"p","source":"\u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/set-boundaries\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003eCreating boundaries\u003c/a\u003e — especially with people who add to your stress levels — is a healthy way to protect your well-being. This can be as simple as asking a friend or family member not to stop by unannounced or canceling standing plans with a friend if you need more space."}]},{"id":"9-Avoid-procrastination","isCollapsable":false,"header":["9. Avoid procrastination"],"body":[{"tagName":"p","source":"Another way to take control of your stress is to stay on top of your priorities and avoid procrastinating when you aren’t feeling stressed."},{"tagName":"p","source":"\u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/chronic-procrastination\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003eProcrastination\u003c/a\u003e may harm your productivity and leave you scrambling to catch up. This can cause stress, which negatively affects your health and sleep quality. It’s also true that you may be \u003chl-trusted-source source=\"PubMed Central\" rationale=\"Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10049005/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003emore likely\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/hl-trusted-source\u003e to procrastinate in times of stress as a coping mechanism."},{"tagName":"p","source":"A \u003chl-trusted-source source=\"PubMed Central\" rationale=\"Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6619418/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003estudy\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/hl-trusted-source\u003e in 140 medical students in China linked procrastination to increased stress levels. The study also associated procrastination and delayed stress reactions with more negative parenting styles, including punishment and rejection."},{"tagName":"p","source":"If you find yourself procrastinating regularly, it may be helpful to make \u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/health/how-to-tweak-your-to-do-list-for-your-mental-health\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003ea to-do list\u003c/a\u003e organized by priority. Give yourself realistic deadlines and work your way down the list. Sometimes, adding an item to the list may help you feel better about it, even if it doesn’t get done immediately."},{"tagName":"p","source":"Work on the things that need to get done today, and give yourself chunks of uninterrupted time. Switching between tasks or multitasking can be stressful in itself."}]},{"id":"10-Take-a-yoga-class","isCollapsable":false,"header":["10. Take a yoga class"],"body":[{"tagName":"p","source":"\u003ca href=\"http://healthline.com/nutrition/13-benefits-of-yoga\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003eYoga\u003c/a\u003e has become a popular method of stress relief and exercise among all age groups."},{"tagName":"p","source":"While yoga styles differ, most share a common goal — to join your body and mind by increasing body and breath awareness."},{"tagName":"p","source":"\u003chl-trusted-source source=\"National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health\" rationale=\"Governmental authority\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/yoga-what-you-need-to-know\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003eResearch\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/hl-trusted-source\u003e shows that yoga helps reduce stress and anxiety. Plus, it can promote psychological well-being."},{"tagName":"p","source":"These benefits seem related to yoga’s effect on your nervous system and stress response. "},{"tagName":"p","source":"Yoga \u003chl-trusted-source source=\"PubMed Central\" rationale=\"Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7074898/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003emay help\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/hl-trusted-source\u003e lower cortisol levels, blood pressure, and heart rate while increasing levels of \u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/health/gamma-aminobutyric-acid\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003egamma aminobutyric acid\u003c/a\u003e, a neurotransmitter that’s low in people with mood disorders."}]},{"id":"Mindful-moves-15-minute-yoga-flow-for-anxiety","isCollapsable":false,"header":[{"tagName":"span","attributes":{"className":"syndication-blacklist"},"source":"Mindful moves: 15-minute yoga flow for anxiety"}],"body":[{"tagName":"div","attributes":{"className":"wp-block-healthline-jwplayer"},"children":[{"widget":{"widgetFormat":"embed","video":"jwplayer","id":"oYFXVz8b","autoplay":true}}]}]},{"id":"11-Practice-mindfulness","isCollapsable":false,"header":["11. Practice mindfulness"],"body":[{"tagName":"p","source":"Mindfulness describes practices that anchor you to the present moment."},{"tagName":"p","source":"Stress reduction techniques that utilize mindfulness include meditation and mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT), a type of \u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/health/cognitive-behavioral-therapy\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003ecognitive behavioral therapy\u003c/a\u003e."},{"tagName":"p","source":"Meditating consistently, even for short periods, \u003chl-trusted-source source=\"PubMed Central\" rationale=\"Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30153464/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003emay help boost\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/hl-trusted-source\u003e your mood and decrease symptoms of stress and anxiety. "},{"tagName":"p","source":"Countless books, \u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/health/meditation-online\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003eapps, and websites\u003c/a\u003e can teach you the basics if you want to try meditation. There may also be therapists in your area who specialize in MBCT. "}]},{"id":"12-Cuddle","isCollapsable":false,"header":[{"tagName":"strong","source":"12. Cuddle"}],"body":[{"tagName":"p","source":"\u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/health/how-to-cuddle\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003eHuman touch\u003c/a\u003e may have a calming effect and help you better cope with stress."},{"tagName":"p","source":"For example, studies show positive physical contact \u003chl-trusted-source source=\"PubMed Central\" rationale=\"Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7250541/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003emay help relieve\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/hl-trusted-source\u003e stress and loneliness."},{"tagName":"p","source":"These types of contact \u003chl-trusted-source source=\"PubMed Central\" rationale=\"Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7672023/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003emay help\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/hl-trusted-source\u003e release oxytocin and \u003ca href=\"http://healthline.com/nutrition/ways-to-lower-cortisol\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003elower cortisol\u003c/a\u003e. In turn, these effects help lower blood pressure and heart rate. Both high blood pressure and increased heart rate are physical symptoms of stress."}]},{"id":"13-Spend-time-in-nature","isCollapsable":false,"header":["13. Spend time in nature"],"body":[{"tagName":"p","source":"Spending more \u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/health/health-benefits-of-being-outdoors\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003etime outside\u003c/a\u003e may help reduce stress."},{"tagName":"p","source":"Studies show that spending time in green spaces such as parks and forests and being \u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/ecotherapy\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003eimmersed in nature\u003c/a\u003e are healthy ways to manage stress."},{"tagName":"p","source":"A \u003chl-trusted-source source=\"PubMed Central\" rationale=\"Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6970969/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003ereview of 14 studies\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/hl-trusted-source\u003e found that spending as little as 10 minutes in a natural setting may help improve psychological and physiological markers of mental well-being, including perceived stress and happiness, in college-aged people."},{"tagName":"p","source":"\u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/health/exercise-fitness/hiking-brain-benefits\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003eHiking\u003c/a\u003e and camping are great options, but some people don’t enjoy — or have access to — these activities. Even in an urban area, you can seek out green spaces such as local parks, arboretums, and botanical gardens."}]},{"id":"14-Practice-deep-breathing","isCollapsable":false,"header":["14. Practice deep breathing"],"body":[{"tagName":"p","source":"Mental stress activates your sympathetic nervous system, sending your body into \u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/fight-flight-freeze\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003efight-or-flight mode\u003c/a\u003e."},{"tagName":"p","source":"During this reaction, stress hormones trigger physical symptoms such as a faster heartbeat, quicker breathing, and constricted blood vessels."},{"tagName":"p","source":"Deep breathing exercises \u003chl-trusted-source source=\"PubMed Central\" rationale=\"Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6137615/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003emay help activate\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/hl-trusted-source\u003e your parasympathetic nervous system, which controls the relaxation response."},{"tagName":"p","source":"Deep \u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/health/breathing-exercises-for-anxiety\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003ebreathing exercises\u003c/a\u003e include:"},{"tagName":"ul","source":"\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/health/diaphragmatic-breathing\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003ediaphragmatic breathing\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/health/alternate-nostril-breathing\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003ealternate nostril breathing\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/health/breathwork\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003ebox breathing\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003epaced respiration\u003c/li\u003e"},{"tagName":"p","source":"Deep breathing aims to focus your awareness on your breath, making it slower and deeper. When you breathe in deeply through your nose, your lungs fully expand, and your belly rises. This helps slow your heart rate, allowing you to feel at peace."}]},{"id":"15-Spend-time-with-a-pet","isCollapsable":false,"header":["15. Spend time with a pet"],"body":[{"tagName":"p","source":"Having a pet may \u003chl-trusted-source source=\"PubMed Central\" rationale=\"Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31614747/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003ehelp reduce\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/hl-trusted-source\u003e stress and improve your mood."},{"tagName":"p","source":"When you cuddle or touch your pet, your body releases \u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/health/how-to-increase-oxytocin\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003eoxytocin\u003c/a\u003e — a hormone linked to a positive mood."},{"tagName":"p","source":"Plus, \u003chl-trusted-source source=\"PubMed Central\" rationale=\"Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6826684/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003eresearch\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/hl-trusted-source\u003e shows that pet owners — especially those with \u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/health/service-dog-for-anxiety\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003edogs\u003c/a\u003e — tend to have greater life satisfaction, better self-esteem, reduced levels of loneliness and anxiety, and more positive moods."},{"tagName":"p","source":"Having a pet may also help relieve stress by giving you purpose, keeping you active, and providing companionship."}]},{"id":"16-Consider-supplements","isCollapsable":false,"header":["16. Consider supplements"],"body":[{"tagName":"p","source":"Several vitamins and minerals play an important role in your body’s stress response and mood regulation. As such, a deficiency in one or more nutrients may affect your mental health and ability to cope with stress."},{"tagName":"p","source":"Some studies show that certain dietary supplements may help reduce stress and improve mood. "},{"tagName":"p","source":"For example, your magnesium levels may deplete when you’re chronically stressed. "},{"tagName":"p","source":"Since this mineral plays an important role in your body’s stress response, you may want to ensure you’re getting enough each day. Supplementing with \u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/10-proven-magnesium-benefits\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003emagnesium\u003c/a\u003e has \u003chl-trusted-source source=\"PubMed Central\" rationale=\"Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7761127/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003ebeen shown\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/hl-trusted-source\u003e to improve stress in chronically stressed people."},{"tagName":"p","source":"Other supplements, including Rhodiola, ashwagandha, B vitamins, and L-theanine, may also help reduce stress, though more research is needed to understand their potential benefits better."},{"tagName":"p","source":"However, dietary supplements may not be appropriate or safe for everyone. Consult a healthcare professional if you’re interested in using supplements to help relieve stress. 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