Lets get straight to the point. We all deal with a whole deal of stress. Everyday. And we are forever looking for ways to bust it. Here are 7 of the ways that work for me, not particularly in the same order.
1. One deep breath and one Smile to Myself. Just this much!
Yes, this may sound crazy, and even the thought of doing it, may make you feel you are crazy. Or that I am suggesting this may make you think that I am crazy. Either way, this is it! Whenever I find myself overladen with emotions, in situations where I don't know what to do and how, when I am real angry, or may be mad at someone, I just step aside, take a deep breath and smile to myself. Now, this does not provide me with any quick-fix solutions, but here is what it does. It instantly releases happy hormones or Endorphins in my body, which switch my mood and bring in some clarity of thought, which in turn, eventually helps me think of a solution.
2. Half a lemon with some seasoning!
If I happen to be in a place where I have access to a fresh lime and some salt, I just slice it into 2 halves, take one, sprinkle some salt on it, and squeeze the juice out of it by pressing it between my teeth. Then I wash it down with have half a glass of water and there! Even if it is for half a minute, it makes me feel better, instantly.
3. Move. Just move!
Whenever I feel overwhelmed by thoughts which are bogging me down, or I find myself losing my cool, or if things start getting really out of hand, I just move from that place. Preferably into the open, where I can get some fresh air. And then, I breathe deeply. I close my eyes, and for a couple of minutes, just focus on the rhythm of my heartbeat. This again tends to increase the supply of oxygen to my head and heart and helps me look at things more rationally. All the reasoning and objectivity can then follow.
4. Green green tea!
I get myself a cuppa of this wonder potion. I add honey or sugar, feel its warmth and take in its aroma as I hold my cup and have it slowly, one sip at a time, in solitude. I let the time lag and temporary detachment work in my favor, while the anti-oxidants work their way in my body and try to supply that clarity of thought again.
5. Dark dark chocolate!
Cliche, but true. If I can find it in my handbag or in the office canteen or anywhere right then, I just go and get a bite of dark chocolate. The bitter-sweet taste really feels magical in those flustered moments, and the whole rush to get it and savor it, simply adds to the soothing effect once the chocolate starts melting in my mouth. Here also, the deal is to detach myself from the ongoing trouble for a bit, so that the anti-oxidants of the chocolate assist my brain to think of a probable solution.
6. Eat something. Anything!
So the point is to just feed the body, so that it sends some energy to the brain. Now, I really am not so sure about the exact bio-mechanics at play here, but this really works for me. A cookie, a biscuit, fruit, any quick snack works equally well for me.
7. Shifting focus in a flash!
I have a mental list of things that I am absolutely very fond of. And this list has become handy because I have seen it flash in my head so many times now. But yes, I keep adding new items to this list every day, or whenever I can. So, if in distress, I totally cut myself off from the scene for a bit, even if that means retiring to the washroom for my break, and do a quick mental recap of this favorite list - which reminds of some fun childhood memories, some jokes my nephews n nieces told me, those moments I had on stage, as a Compere or a performer or an Awardee etc. And 10 times out of 10, my mood gets an instant lift! And then, I am back!
So this is the list of my Super Seven. And I invite you all to try any or all of these. Please let me know how they work for you. And You must be surely having your own ways to bust that stress. If you feel like, do share them with me.
Lots of love. Stay tuned for more...!!!
1. One deep breath and one Smile to Myself. Just this much!
Yes, this may sound crazy, and even the thought of doing it, may make you feel you are crazy. Or that I am suggesting this may make you think that I am crazy. Either way, this is it! Whenever I find myself overladen with emotions, in situations where I don't know what to do and how, when I am real angry, or may be mad at someone, I just step aside, take a deep breath and smile to myself. Now, this does not provide me with any quick-fix solutions, but here is what it does. It instantly releases happy hormones or Endorphins in my body, which switch my mood and bring in some clarity of thought, which in turn, eventually helps me think of a solution.
2. Half a lemon with some seasoning!
If I happen to be in a place where I have access to a fresh lime and some salt, I just slice it into 2 halves, take one, sprinkle some salt on it, and squeeze the juice out of it by pressing it between my teeth. Then I wash it down with have half a glass of water and there! Even if it is for half a minute, it makes me feel better, instantly.
3. Move. Just move!
Whenever I feel overwhelmed by thoughts which are bogging me down, or I find myself losing my cool, or if things start getting really out of hand, I just move from that place. Preferably into the open, where I can get some fresh air. And then, I breathe deeply. I close my eyes, and for a couple of minutes, just focus on the rhythm of my heartbeat. This again tends to increase the supply of oxygen to my head and heart and helps me look at things more rationally. All the reasoning and objectivity can then follow.
4. Green green tea!
I get myself a cuppa of this wonder potion. I add honey or sugar, feel its warmth and take in its aroma as I hold my cup and have it slowly, one sip at a time, in solitude. I let the time lag and temporary detachment work in my favor, while the anti-oxidants work their way in my body and try to supply that clarity of thought again.
5. Dark dark chocolate!
Cliche, but true. If I can find it in my handbag or in the office canteen or anywhere right then, I just go and get a bite of dark chocolate. The bitter-sweet taste really feels magical in those flustered moments, and the whole rush to get it and savor it, simply adds to the soothing effect once the chocolate starts melting in my mouth. Here also, the deal is to detach myself from the ongoing trouble for a bit, so that the anti-oxidants of the chocolate assist my brain to think of a probable solution.
6. Eat something. Anything!
So the point is to just feed the body, so that it sends some energy to the brain. Now, I really am not so sure about the exact bio-mechanics at play here, but this really works for me. A cookie, a biscuit, fruit, any quick snack works equally well for me.
7. Shifting focus in a flash!
I have a mental list of things that I am absolutely very fond of. And this list has become handy because I have seen it flash in my head so many times now. But yes, I keep adding new items to this list every day, or whenever I can. So, if in distress, I totally cut myself off from the scene for a bit, even if that means retiring to the washroom for my break, and do a quick mental recap of this favorite list - which reminds of some fun childhood memories, some jokes my nephews n nieces told me, those moments I had on stage, as a Compere or a performer or an Awardee etc. And 10 times out of 10, my mood gets an instant lift! And then, I am back!
So this is the list of my Super Seven. And I invite you all to try any or all of these. Please let me know how they work for you. And You must be surely having your own ways to bust that stress. If you feel like, do share them with me.
Lots of love. Stay tuned for more...!!!
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