Your Challenge: At least 1 time per day take a moment to de-stress using one of your stress strategies. Do this at least 5 days a week from now until the end of the year

The holidays are here, there's a million (and one) things going on . Now is the perfect time to adopt a stress strategy or two and implement them daily.

• State a positive affirmation ten times in your head.
• Breathe deeply - Take a second, close your eyes and take a deep breath and repeat five times. Deep breathing is an excellent way to decrease stress, slow your heart rate, and lower blood pressure.
• Meditate or take a yoga class.
• Avoid drinking caffeinated beverages (coffee, soda, etc.) which can stimulate your body and increase nervousness and anxiety.
• Exercise – even if it's a brisk walk around the block! Physical exercise produces endorphins which will reduce your stress levels.
• Rest – commit to getting 8 hours of sleep a night.
• Get a massage.
• Adjust your perspective and find the positive in your stressful situation.

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