Five Tips to Turn Around a Stressful Day

It’s impossible to avoid stress. Whether it’s impending deadlines for school or work, a packed to-do list or an argument with a loved one, everyone experiences stress from time to time. How you handle the stress is what makes a difference, and your response can impact the trajectory of the rest of your day and week.

Even though you might want to crawl into a hole and sulk, finding ways to cope and take care of your mental health in the middle of or after a stressful day can pay off. In fact, research shows that in just 60 to 90 seconds, it’s possible to reset our bodies and minds to get on the right track after experiencing stress. All it takes is having tried-and-tested strategies that work for you both in the moment and after a difficult event or hard day.

Self-care strategies can not only provide immediate benefit, but also have a lasting positive effect on your overall mental wellbeing. Research shows that regularly practicing self-care can help reduce feelings of stress and anxiety, help you face challenges head-on and increase your resilience. Regular physical exercise in particular can be an efficient way to process stress and can help improve your mood, your sleep, and your memory and thinking skills.