Dealing with stressful situations

Stress is a physiological reaction of the body which involve a range of defense mechanisms to deal with a situation perceived as threatening or increased demand

Nowadays, stress is so common in our life, because of all the activities that we have to do every day. Stress can have a lot of bad consequence, so we have to be careful. I found 15 tips to avoid or fight against stress:

-Techniques of breathing, inhaling and exhaling.
-Time-out, if the situation gets complicated you have to take a few seconds to continue with what we are doing.
- If there is possibility, take water, put a little on the arms and neck, and take a breath.
-Some people drink coffee. The sensation of hot liquid comforts them.
-Provide, organize and plan activities. Give half to our activities such as preparing breakfast.
-Regular exercise, dancing or walking. In case of having a steady partner, sexual relations are also recommended.
-Having hobbies, reading, sewing, cooking, gardening etc.
-Feel the wind in your face, smell a perfume, hear the water fall if you have a source close and if you have the luxury to listen to the sea.
-Good interpersonal skills, a good conversation with a friend is a big help.
-Meditation, yoga, relaxation techniques that are sometimes free in places close to home.
-If it is possible, a change of hairstyle, clothing, etc.
-Contact with nature. On weekend, enjoy the trees or mountains.
-Remove the emotions in a positive way. Play with family, mourn and laugh with a movie.
-Eat healthy, without abuse of fats, or alcohol, cigarettes or drugs.
-Sleeping well is very useful.