jam Posted November 5, 2010 Share Posted November 5, 2010 Ive had to stay off of school today (no major loss there!) because im ill. Went to the doctors to find a diagnosis of said problem and turned out it was because of stress (from upcoming exams and the like). But the question is, how do I stop being stressed? Usually I would snuggle down on the sofa with a cup of tea (but im not allowed caffine!!) How do you all just, forget things and relax? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C&T Posted November 5, 2010 Share Posted November 5, 2010 Exercise! Really does work - either pounding the roads running, or trying to keep up with a class, or lifting the weights, or swimming up and down the pool. Makes you feel better - and sleep better! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jam Posted November 5, 2010 Author Share Posted November 5, 2010 I cant agree more, For me its either hockey or running. BUt hockey isnt til next week and i dont think im upto running this weekend... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted November 5, 2010 Share Posted November 5, 2010 Exercise! Really does work - either pounding the roads running, or trying to keep up with a class, or lifting the weights, or swimming up and down the pool. Makes you feel better - and sleep better! Me too, that and beating the pulp out of the punch bag! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinnamon Posted November 5, 2010 Share Posted November 5, 2010 Hot,deep bath. Lush bath bomb - something with Lavender Glass of wine A good book.............................works every time for me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lesley Posted November 5, 2010 Share Posted November 5, 2010 Swimming and Aquafit for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patsylabrador Posted November 5, 2010 Share Posted November 5, 2010 I always, always, always play some daft game on the playstation. It's escapism and you have to concentrate otherwise you would die! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Space Chick Posted November 5, 2010 Share Posted November 5, 2010 Swimming or chook watching for me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SJChick Posted November 5, 2010 Share Posted November 5, 2010 Walking for me - out with the dog looking at the view or surroundings, trees and the like and taking big deep breaths. I see from your signature you have a puppy, perhaps it would like a big walk this weekend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PapaJuliet Posted November 5, 2010 Share Posted November 5, 2010 I had a really bad couple of weeks at work at the end of October and I was due to marshal the Britcar 24-hour race around that time. On the Thursday I was close to feeling I should just phone in my apologies cos I felt so exhausted, fed up, etc. But it was one meeting I'd been looking forward to all year so I "forced" myself to go. Well, I can't believe how good I felt on the Monday. It rained on the Friday and Sunday, I was at a post which was useless for blue-flagging (the drivers never look at you), I'm not so keen on endurance racing (prefer saloons) and I don't "do" sleep deprivation but it was SUCH a good meeting. There is something about the atmosphere at the 24-hour, there's the feeling of winning for all the teams who just make the finish and this year the race was nail-biting for the final 3 hours or so with the winning margin just under a minute. I've come to the conclusion that I "need" marshalling to soothe my soul. It sees to be my way of de-stressing with the 24-hour race an extreme example. I'm sure this won't work for everybody, though. PJ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiggy Posted November 5, 2010 Share Posted November 5, 2010 de stress !!!!! now let me see, OH away & having the house to myself whole bed & no snoring bliss Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daphne Posted November 5, 2010 Share Posted November 5, 2010 Ultimately you need to remove the cause of the stress....but like the others I find exercise a good way out. My best top tip is to take up bodyboarding or surfing. There is nothing to beat the exhilaration of catching a wave, preferably off a beautiful beach. Concentrating on a)staying alive (I exaggerate a bit here!) and b)catching the next wave takes all your concentration. No worries if you're a beginner or not confident (thats me ) - stay close to shore and play in the wavelets! Then, when you are finally exhausted, out you get and find a large calorific meal somewhere. And plan to do it all over again Slightly easier to arrange are going for a nice walk, gardening, or playing with chooks, cats etc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olly Posted November 5, 2010 Share Posted November 5, 2010 I think that tackling the source of the stress is key, but i't's easier said than done. Something that absorbs all your attention is the best way to forget it - whether that's exercise, cooking, doing a puzzle or whatever - for me it's singing. Spending time with friends always helps, too. Something I've done at various times is keep a diary - before you go to bed, write down how you're feeling and then put it all behind you when you close the book, to help you sleep. If you're having a hard time at the moment, try writing down three good things that have happened today. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WarrensWorld Posted November 5, 2010 Share Posted November 5, 2010 I chase the dogs, and the dogs chase me. I get a whiskey & soda they get a Chew stick. Just wear yourself out, I've arthritis as well, just keep going and don't think about it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CatieB Posted November 6, 2010 Share Posted November 6, 2010 I too have been told I need to de-stress.I don't really do exercise (the thought of it makes me feel more stressed -all those wobbly bits ) and seem to have lost the ability to sit and read which I used to love. Someone has recommended jigsaw puzzles and I've just started. Sounds a bit sad but I have found it quite addictive and the concentration means I think of nothing else at the time. I'm only on my second puzzle and its a difficult one. Its hard to put down but I do find it relaxes me. I do wonder if I will start dreaming about it I also like to have a long hot bath. Taking that one step further have you ever been to a spa? OMG I float out of there, expensive but worth every penny. I am a stressy person by nature and normally only sleep in a bed, in the dark at night but on a recent trip to the spa I fell asleep outside, in the cold after lunch. I was truely amazed. I can not recommend the Aqua Sana at Centre Parcs highly enough, you can book day trips and they often do special deals for two. It is so wonderful and I keep saying I am going to make a pact to ensure I go at least three times a year. If I could afford it once a week would be heaven, even once a month.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freddie Posted November 6, 2010 Share Posted November 6, 2010 I have no idea, I'm constantly stressed to the edge................ though for me its cooking strange recipes, that no one in my house will eat, but friends will(hence my savoury marmalades, chutney, strange dinners and cakes) sad eh!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jam Posted November 7, 2010 Author Share Posted November 7, 2010 mmm, they all sound lovely. I think I might have a warm bath tonight and read the no.1 ladys detective agency- a nice feel good book. Perhaps I could persuade my mum for us both to go to a spar in the christmas holidays- or maybe just to have a facial at corner cottage in town... and I think i'll take bella for a long walk today aswell. I think my biggest problem is that i will work and work until im falling asleep on my homework. I think I definatly need to add more breaks to my evenings. The one good thing thats come out of this is that ive discovered that I really like peppermint tea Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lavenders_Blue Posted November 7, 2010 Share Posted November 7, 2010 For me it's anything nature based - walking the dog, horse riding and chook watching. Apparently being around animals is proven to lower your blood pressure so get hands on with some animals Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
