Work stress can lead to diseases like elevated blood pressure, diabetes, or increased unwanted fat in your body. However, here are a few simple ways to relax and prevent stress from getting to you.
They are simple and can be incorporated into your routine quickly.
1) Exercise
20 minutes of morning workout will do wonders to relax your body and mind and keep them healthy. You can also try out yoga to maintain a fit body and mind.
2) Take a walk after lunch
Take a 20-minute walk around the perimeters of your office buildings after lunch. If you are going to a restaurant, choose one that is not more than half an hour away and walk the distance.
3) Take a coffee break
Sit with a cup of tea or coffee during late afternoons and stop thinking about work for a while.
4) Pedicure
A foot massage once a week will aid in relaxing your mind.
5) Body massage
Schedule this once a week and let go of the tension in your body.
6) Play a game
You don’t have to be a pro— take time off once a week to play any outdoor fun you like, be it golf, tennis, or cricket.
7) Monthly off
Take a day off from work once a month and give yourself some alone time doing whatever you like.
8) Meditate
A 15-minute daily meditation helps keep your mind well-rested.
9) Read
Read for 15 minutes daily. It can be anything from your favorite novel to any inspirational story or poetry.
10) Listen to music
Playing a musical instrument or listening to songs is a great relaxing strategy.
You don’t have to do them all — choose what appeals to you, and it will work for you!