49 Simple Life Hacks to Cope with Stress

In life, we are presented a number of changes or challenges. It is normal to feel stressed and anxious sometimes. Being able to manage stress in a positive manner benefits not only our mental health but also our physical health. If you are experiencing a great deal of stress right now, consider these life hacks that will help you make use of that extra burst of adrenaline towards enjoying a healthier and happier life (in no particular order). :)

1. Wake up each day with enthusiasm and thank God that you get to witness the beauty that each day brings.

2. Pray all the time.

3. Smile at a stranger.

4. Learn a new hobby.

5. Meditate.

6. Walk in the woods.

7. If you have an hour, go to the gym (walk on the treadmill then sweat it out on the steam room).

8. Call your parents and tell them you love them.

9. Have a chat with an old friend.

10. Bathe in the rain.

11. Fix your bed when you wake up in the morning.

12. Tickle a baby.

13. Kiss your significant other.

14. Pamper yourself once in a while.

15. Watch a re-run of your favourite TV Show or movie.

16. Drink your favourite beverage.

17. Bake.

18. Doodle.

19. Try on a new hairstyle or hair color.

20. Go to the beach.

21. Ride a bicycle to a park with a friend.

22. Hike.

23. Treat yourself at a fancy restaurant.

24. Blog or ride your thoughts on a journal.

25. Read a book.

26. Play sports.

27. Share your blessings.

28. Go to the church.

29. Make peace with your enemy.

30. Learn to let go and let life happen.

31. Do not overreact.

32. Let go of fear.

33. Do not overthink.

34. Get a massage once a month.

35. Try new things out of your comfort zone.

36. If you hate your job, quit and find your passion.

37. Ask for help if you need.

38. Set aside some alone time (no gadgets, no TV, no nothing).

39. Accept defeat gracefully.

40. Learn to move on.

41. Do not dwell on the past.

42. Focus on the present, the here and now.

43. Express your pain, cry if you need to.

44. Drink a warm cup of tea when you feel anxious.

45. Frown less often.

46. Take a car ride (music blasting, windows rolled down) along Tagaytay or along some nice roads near where you live.

47. Find the coziest coffee place, order a latte, and read a book without interruption.

48. Dim the lights, put on your favourite music, and pour yourself a glass of wine.

49. Make yourself a cup of tea and watch Ellen clips on YouTube.