Great Tips To Relieve Stress Due To Work

Sometimes, it is not necessary for any stress input to trigger stress in us. We often make ourselves stressed without even realizing it - doing things in haste, rushing to get things done, leaving things until the last minute. Here are seven tips for stress relief that you can practice at work or ant home.

1. Live one day at a time. Do one task after another instead of taking off with all of them at a time. Taking on too much often does more harm than good. Finishing one task at a time is more manageable and will also motivate you to keep working.

2. Be grateful and thankful for small blessings. How many people in this world are given the responsibilities like yours? You don't have to face war, famine, hunger, illness, bad economy and unemployment, unlike 250 million people on Earth. Therefore, smile and face the challenges ahead.

3. Take slow, deep breath at beginning of each day. Repeat this several times. Think about the goal that you want to achieve for the day. Are you up to the challenge? Believe in yourself! The most important key for stress relief is your inner strength, physically and mentally.

4. Sit down for your meal and focus on it. Chew it well. Chew longer if you're having steak. Stress relief happens as you focus on your meal and relax. Rushing during eating can make you choke or feel ill. Enjoy your meal. Be human.

5. Forgive those who sins against you. Learn to let go. Bury the hatchet. Life is too short to bear grudges. It takes 44 muscles in your face to frown, but it only takes 4 to smile. So lift an arm and pat the back of somebody to settle old scores and shrug it off.

6. Enjoy your journey to work. Drive there early to avoid rush hour traffic, turn on the music, and sing out loud. Whatever your method, it should be something that will lift up your spirits.

7. Enjoy your journey home. If you're stuck in traffic, don't sulk. Smile to the drivers next to you - it might make them (and you) feel better. You might even think of what you'd like to have for dinner. Chew on chewing gum. Listen to music. Ensure your safety by avoiding calls on the hand phone during driving. After all, arriving home safe can be a relief too.