No matter your job or situation, everyday life can be stressful. We all struggle to relax at times. Here are 5 tips to make your daily life easier.
Smile to be in a good mood.
An American study published in the journal Psychological Science has shown that smiling is particularly beneficial for humans. Researchers at the University of Kansas observed that the heart rate and stress levels of people undergoing heavy and stressful tasks decrease when they smile. Smiling can literally put you in a good mood!
Fun fact.
Your smile doesn't have to be 100% natural. A forced smile can also work to defuse a stressful everyday situation.
Take your time eating.
In a society where everything is always moving faster and faster, it's often difficult to sit down and enjoy mealtimes. Eating slowly is important for your health. Taking your time while eating allows your body to understand when you're full. But if you eat too quickly, you can easily eat more than you need. You'll have consumed far too many calories by the time your body finally senses your brain's satiety signal. In this context, eating slowly allows you to eat to your fullest. Whatever your meal, taking your time while eating is also important for digestion. Eating too quickly can cause stomach upset and bloating.
Walking to boost your creativity.
Researchers at Stanford University have observed that the human brain is more likely to come up with creative ideas and new solutions to a given problem after walking. However, the reasons for this phenomenon remain unclear. Scientists hypothesize that walking triggers the release of certain chemical mediators in the brain (similar to physical activity) and stimulates certain areas of the brain. So if you're stuck on a problem, there's no need to sit still in your chair and stare at the wall. Go for a walk for a few minutes!
Did you know?
In addition to being good for creativity, walking outdoors not only allows you to be more active but also to stock up on vitamin D, provided there are some rays of sunshine of course.
Write down upcoming tasks.
Whether at work or at home, there's always something to do. Accumulating a large number of tasks and things to remember can be very stressful. To avoid getting overwhelmed by what you have to do, it's very useful to keep a to-do list. This will help you avoid filling your head unnecessarily and will allow you to clearly visualize what you still have to do! Are you having trouble getting organized? Our founder gives you his organizational tips.
Do sports daily.
There's nothing better than physical activity to combat everyday stress. During and after exercise, the body releases endorphins as well as multiple neurotransmitters such as serotonin and dopamine. The combination of these hormones generates an intense feeling of well-being and helps reduce stress levels. No matter the sport or its intensity, forcing yourself to be active will force your body and mind to relax. So get your running shoes on!
