{"id":15489,"date":"2013-11-05T00:18:35","date_gmt":"2013-11-05T07:18:35","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/?p=15489"},"modified":"2013-11-05T15:25:01","modified_gmt":"2013-11-05T22:25:01","slug":"less-stress","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/fitness-health\/less-stress\/","title":{"rendered":"Imagine: A Life With Less Stress"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>We&#8217;ve all been there. \u00a0Those weeks where is seems like everything is hopelessly piling up. \u00a0Life is spinning out of control. \u00a0While you&#8217;re letting stress take over your life, stop and realize there are ways to make sure that stress doesn&#8217;t win.<\/p>\n<p>Here are some simple ways to help relieve stress:<\/p>\n<p><strong>Scents, Scents, and More Scents:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Believe it or not, something as simple as a scented candle has been proven to relieve stress. \u00a0Next time you&#8217;re at the store, buy a candle or some scented oil. \u00a0This <a title=\"armoatherapy\" href=\"http:\/\/www.foxnews.com\/topics\/health\/aromatherapy.htm\">aromatherapy<\/a> works because the smells trigger the Limbic System, which in turn discharges chemicals that affect the brain boosting feelings of calmness and relaxation, as well as other pleasant emotions. \u00a0Next time you feel stressed, light a candle or pull out your scented oil and breathe it in.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/25012059\/820641511.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  class=\"wp-image-15507 aligncenter pk-lazyload\"  alt=\"82064151\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  width=\"353\"  height=\"235\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 353px) 100vw, 353px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/25012059\/820641511.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/25012059\/820641511.jpg 726w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/25012059\/820641511-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/25012059\/820641511-380x253.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/25012059\/820641511-80x53.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/25012059\/820641511-620x412.jpg 620w\" ><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Shut Off \u00a0Your Social Media:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>While shutting off social media and limiting phone access won&#8217;t remove stress for good, it will help shield you from unnecessary stress. \u00a0When you&#8217;re on your phone amidst tackling one item on your stress list, you are allowing yourself to constantly be interrupted with other potentially stressful tasks. \u00a0Try ignoring Social Media for a little and worry about one stress at a time, without the outside world reminding you of something else that will only stress you out more.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/25012102\/166668749.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  class=\"alignnone  wp-image-15508 aligncenter pk-lazyload\"  alt=\"166668749\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  width=\"288\"  height=\"288\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 288px) 100vw, 288px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/25012102\/166668749.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/25012102\/166668749.jpg 592w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/25012102\/166668749-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/25012102\/166668749-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/25012102\/166668749-80x80.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/25012102\/166668749-110x110.jpg 110w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/25012102\/166668749-380x380.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/25012102\/166668749-200x200.jpg 200w\" ><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>A Sip Of Tea Here and There:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Whip yourself up a pot of green tea to sip on while completing a task. \u00a0The <a title=\"theanine\" href=\"http:\/\/www.med.nyu.edu\/content?ChunkIID=653856\">theanine<\/a> amino acid in the tea has been proven to reduce stress. \u00a0While coffee and energy drinks will only spike your blood pressure, green tea contains less caffein, and will soothe your stress.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/25012055\/152259256.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  class=\"wp-image-15506 aligncenter pk-lazyload\"  alt=\"152259256\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  width=\"313\"  height=\"209\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 313px) 100vw, 313px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/25012055\/152259256.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/25012055\/152259256.jpg 725w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/25012055\/152259256-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/25012055\/152259256-380x253.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/25012055\/152259256-80x53.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/25012055\/152259256-620x413.jpg 620w\" ><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Take a Break and Exercise:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Whether it&#8217;s a spin class, yoga or a run around the block, even a minute of exercise can make a difference on your stress level. \u00a0<a title=\"Exercise\" href=\"http:\/\/www.healthline.com\/health-slideshow\/10-ways-to-relieve-stress#10\">Exercise<\/a> releases endorphins, which improves your mood. \u00a0Also, if you&#8217;re in shape, that&#8217;s one less thing to be stressed out about!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/25012053\/163906744.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  class=\"alignnone  wp-image-15505 aligncenter pk-lazyload\"  alt=\"163906744\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  width=\"349\"  height=\"232\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 349px) 100vw, 349px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/25012053\/163906744.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/25012053\/163906744.jpg 726w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/25012053\/163906744-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/25012053\/163906744-380x253.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/25012053\/163906744-80x53.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/25012053\/163906744-620x412.jpg 620w\" ><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Healthy Body=Healthy Mind:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Your body needs fuel in order to function properly. \u00a0Even if you&#8217;re a skinny person, in choosing to not eat healthy you aren&#8217;t providing the proper fuel to your body and therefore not letting your body and mind work as well as they can. \u00a0\u00a0This can be hard, because the more work we have the less likely we are to eat well. That doesn&#8217;t mean you need to stay away from the all junk food items. \u00a0Just be sure to take your vitamins, drink water, and consider choosing to snack on carrots with ranch rather than a bag of chips.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/25012049\/78653123.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  class=\"alignnone  wp-image-15504 aligncenter pk-lazyload\"  alt=\"78653123\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  width=\"347\"  height=\"232\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 347px) 100vw, 347px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/25012049\/78653123.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/25012049\/78653123.jpg 724w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/25012049\/78653123-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/25012049\/78653123-380x254.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/25012049\/78653123-80x53.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/25012049\/78653123-620x414.jpg 620w\" ><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Organize:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>It is important to organize your tasks and organize your overall life. \u00a0Keep your tasks straight by making a list of each task you have to do and plan when you will accomplish them. \u00a0It will feel so good when you check off each item on the list. \u00a0A messy mind or a messy working environment will only stress you out more.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/25012047\/184073454.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  class=\"alignnone  wp-image-15503 aligncenter pk-lazyload\"  alt=\"184073454\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  width=\"305\"  height=\"203\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 305px) 100vw, 305px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/25012047\/184073454.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/25012047\/184073454.jpg 725w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/25012047\/184073454-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/25012047\/184073454-380x253.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/25012047\/184073454-80x53.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/25012047\/184073454-620x413.jpg 620w\" ><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Take Breaks That Will Reduce Stress:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Take a break from it all to do something that won&#8217;t cause you any stress. \u00a0Consider talking to a friend who makes you laugh or watching a 22 minute episode of your favorite Sit Com, as the laughter will release endorphins and make you happier and more relaxed. \u00a0You can also listen to music, as music will make you more calm and reduce cortisol, a stress causing hormone. \u00a0You can also try mediating or simply lying down and breathing slowly for awhile.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/25012043\/152159249.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  class=\"wp-image-15502 aligncenter pk-lazyload\"  alt=\"152159249\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  width=\"297\"  height=\"209\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 297px) 100vw, 297px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/25012043\/152159249.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/25012043\/152159249.jpg 706w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/25012043\/152159249-300x211.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/25012043\/152159249-380x267.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/25012043\/152159249-80x56.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/25012043\/152159249-620x436.jpg 620w\" ><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Sleep:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This is probably the most obvious form of stress relief. \u00a0While you want to believe you are capable of operating on little hours of sleep, you aren&#8217;t giving your body enough time to revamp itself each day if you don&#8217;t have a significant amount of sleep. \u00a0Instead of browsing your Instagram, Twitter, and other social media for an hour before you go to bed, set your alarm and let yourself sleep. \u00a0The extra 30 minutes will add up. \u00a0Don&#8217;t worry, the pictures and tweets will still be there in the morning.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/25012041\/87566609.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  class=\"wp-image-15501 aligncenter pk-lazyload\"  alt=\"87566609\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  width=\"334\"  height=\"223\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 334px) 100vw, 334px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/25012041\/87566609.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/25012041\/87566609.jpg 724w, 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