Stressed by the holidays? Incorporate these helpful tips into your daily
routine.
Life can be stressful, especially at this busy time of year. Several tell-tale
signs that you are under high levels of stress include irritability, changes
in appetite, sleep problems, fatigue and the inability to find pleasure
in activities and relationships you usually enjoy.
Help alleviate stress in your life with these tips from the Texas A&M
Health Science Center:
- Stop for several mini-breaks during your work day. Look out the window
and stretch.
- Learn to say no. Set limits for yourself and stick to them.
- Exercise to relieve tension, improve fitness and lose weight.
- Get some sleep. When you are rested, you are stronger and better able
to handle daily stresses.
- Give yourself a massage. Rub your shoulders, neck, feet, hands and
scalp.
- Eat healthy, substantial meals, and don’t starve yourself or
eat too much. Eating well helps keep your energy level high.
- Reduce or eliminate caffeine, a stimulant that can aggravate your stress
level.
- Go on vacation. Take some time to get away from your usual routine,
even if it’s just for one day.
- Laugh more! Use humor to reduce stress.
- Simplify your life by eliminating nonessential activities.
This information is provided as a service by the Texas A&M Health
Science Center. For specific questions, contact your physician or other
health provider.
H.E.A.D.s Up is a monthly column that features articles on a wide array
of Health, Exercise And Diet issues. Information for these articles is
provided by health and wellness professionals from throughout the A&M
System. If you have questions or story ideas for this column, email Ruth McMullan.
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