Life is often stressful and there are many things that are out of our control that get in the way of us living a happy and comfortable life. These impediments can often induce anxiety and can even be quite debilitating for both your mental health as well as your productivity. Unfortunately this can also have a spiraling effect as the lack of productivity and motivation can steep you further into these feelings of anxiety and depression. 

However there are things you can do to deal with and manage your stress and anxiety. Of course there are medically professional route such as seeing a mental health care professional, which we highly recommend, however there are things you can put into place into your every day life, mechanisms for coping with the overwhelming burdens of stress that hopefully will be able to better help you to deal with it all before it becomes too overwhelming. There are some great supplements you can try such as CBD Gummies or herbal teas, that naturally help to relieve stress. Here we have carefully provided some thoughtful tips and advice on how to get you thinking about how to better cope with these feelings: 

Meditation

Meditation can often be something that people scoff at, ‘It’s just sitting cross-legged and doing nothing, how is that going to help?’ you’ll hear people say. Well the reason mediation has been so popular with self improvement and mental health advocates is because of short-term stress relief as well as lasting stress management benefits. Mediation is not simple one strict thing and in fact it can come in many varieties that suit peoples according to their needs. It is about stillness and calm and contemplative reflection, regulating your breathing which helps regulate your mind. It is about disregarding the worries of the future which are intangible and irrational and being in the moment. You can do it as often or as little as you like again there are no strict rules.

Enjoyable and Productive Hobbies

Exercise, gardening, reading, and cooking are just a few in a short list of activities known for there benefits to the mind. When you are undergoing stress it is important to take your mind off of the things and habits and worries that are causing it to begin with. These activities, provided they are enjoyable to you are all very productive and so not only are you clearing your mind but also working to take action and will fill you with a sense of visible and tangible accomplishment that has a great impact on your mental wellbeing.

Surround yourself with Friends and Family

Being around others is the single most useful and helpful tool for feeling improving your mental wellbeing. Humans are social creatures and so fulfilling our social function satisfies a desire to feel supported and connect with people. Others can help you feel less alone in your problems and help you tackle them head on, both through advice and through action.