Top Tips For Controlling Stress

• Meditate for twenty minutes a day . You can either learn some of the techniques outlined in the meditation zone or you can download the guided meditation.

• Drink plenty of mineral water. Dehydration puts the body's organs under immense pressure and clouds the mind. If you haven't been drinking enough water you'll be amazed the difference doing so makes to your general well-being, energy levels and ability to concentrate.

• Reduce the amount of processed and sugar based foods, caffeine and alcohol you take in. Again, they all put pressure on the body causing tiredness and possible depression.
  

• Treat your self to some time out each day - away from the kids or work.

• Don't be a martyr. If you can't fit it into your schedule - say NO
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• Get a good night sleep - at least 7 hours.

• Exercise - mild exercise is fantastic for stress relief.

• Enjoy a warm bath with essential oils.

• Read a book before bed to switch your mind away from its daily responsibilities.

• Set aside time for fun and friends

• Smile - it releases serotonin and makes you feel good.

• Eat a curry - hot spicy foods cause the body to produce endorphins

• Immerse yourself in nature. Take your shoes and socks off and stand on the earth or grass. Look at the details in the petal of a flower or the magnificence of a giant tree.