Appendix 1

101 ways to reduce your stress

  1. Tell yourself you’re doing well.
  2. Exercise regularly.
  3. Make time to relax.
  4. A hot bath.
  5. A hot shower.
  6. Reduce your caffeine.
  7. Eat well.
  8. Meditation.
  9. Sleep.
  10. Set goals.
  11. Celebrate each little success.
  12. Be optimistic about the future.
  13. Better time management.
  14. Do the things you must do.
  15. Abandon the things you should do.
  16. Do more of the things you want to do.
  17. Play with your children.
  18. Play with your friends.
  19. Play with yourself.
  20. Treat yourself to something nice.
  21. Simplify your life.
  22. Tidy your desk.
  23. Clear out clutter.
  24. Go to a comedy show.
  25. Watch your favourite movie.
  26. Count your blessings (literally).
  27. Forgive someone.
  28. Breathe deeply.
  29. Drink more water.
  30. Stop beating yourself up.
  31. Pamper yourself.
  32. Make love with your partner. ...

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