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Stress is your body’s natural response to pressure when faced with challenging situations. The
body senses danger, it releases some stress hormones to get ready for action. If this situation lasts
long, your health and mind can suffer a lot. Here are six ways to reduce mental stress.
Listen to Music
When you are under stress, listen to relaxing music, and calm your mind. Music is one of the
best medicines that cast away anxiety.
Exercise
Regular exercise (even for 20 minutes) helps lower stress hormones such as cortisol and
adrenaline in the body. A short yoga session or a brisk walk can yield a positive result
immediately. You will feel stress-free, and your heart will thank you.
Cuddling, kissing and having sex reduce anxiety. These positive physical contacts lower blood
pressure and help to cope with stress better.
Laugh
Laugh often. Laughter releases a chemical called endorphin. Endorphin reduces the stress
hormone level in your body. Watch a comedy movie or read a comic book and crack up.
Sleep
Lack of sleep causes stress. Adequate sleep lifts up your mood, improves fitness and reduces
stress level.
Learn to Say No
It is impossible to make everyone happy. Avoid making promises that you cannot keep, and be
direct. You will gain trust and become stress-free.
Conclusion
Feeling stressed is not always bad. Sometimes stress motivates to reach your goal. But too much
stress cause health problem and anxiety. Be calm, and handle stress effectively.