I've been lazy...

I apologize for being so behind in my posting. I think I kinda needed a break from everything that reminded me of work...which included this blog. Although this was more pleasant work, it was still work, and I was burnt out after finals week. But after the long break, I'm back (haha at least for the moment). Anyway, I found this article in the newspaper called, "Proven Stress Management Techniques" and I thought I'd share it with you since it seemed sorta relevant to this post. 

BREATH, BREATH, BREATH,

take a deep cleansing breath as often as you

can remember to, maybe even learn a

breathing exercise

BE THANKFUL for something every day, say 

them out loud, write them down, keep a

list, post them on your refrigerator

In winter, do just a little bit less

Spend less, agree to spend less,

tell others you are spending less

Eat a little less food, coffee, alcohol

Get a house plant

Drink more water

Exercise, endorphins help you feel better

Put full spectrum light bulb in your home

Stretch a little, learn a little yoga, or tia chi

Meditate

Get a massage 

Play a game, do a puzzle

Buy flowers

Go for a walk

Watch your favorite movie

Tell a joke, LAUGH, SMILE

it's good for you and your brain

Spread good cheer

Do something small for someone else

SMILE as often as you can

Sing a song. hummmmm

Tone Ahhhhhhh and Ohhhhhhh

Read a book

Take a short nap

Pet your cat or dog

Get a haircut or your nails done

Go fishing

Use aromatherapy

Dress warm

Take a bath

Play good music

Go out and just watch nature

Look at the stars

Write in a journal

Draw, paint, create

Make something

Clean a little, organize a little

Day dream a little 

Call a friend or relative and say "Hi"