I’ve always loved flowers and often find myself wandering through garden centers and parks, camera in hand, capturing their beauty. Being surrounded by vibrant blooms and lush greenery is incredibly calming and offers me a peaceful escape from life’s stresses. There’s something truly restorative about immersing yourself in a flower garden that helps ease the…
Category: Stress Relief
Beginning Your Day: The Power of a Morning Routine
Life can throw us some tough curveballs—divorce, major changes, and unexpected challenges that can feel overwhelming and chaotic. Amidst this uncertainty, a simple, consistent morning routine can be a surprisingly powerful tool. While it might seem mundane, having a steady start to your day can bring structure, ease mental clutter, and create a calming sense…
Need Stress Relief? Give Exercise A Try!
Divorce is one of life’s most stressful experiences, ranking very high on the stress scale. With so many reasons for stress, it’s vital to prioritize self-care and find ways to reduce the pressure as much as possible. Exercise is a powerful tool for managing stress—it helps clear the mind, boost our mood, and improve overall…
Need Stress Relief? Discover the Power of Reading
Stress can weigh heavily on both our minds and bodies, affecting our overall well-being in ways we might not always notice. Whether it’s big challenges or everyday pressures, stress touches all our lives, making it essential to find effective ways to manage it and care for ourselves. Today, let’s explore one powerful method of stress…
Stress Relief-Need Stress Relief? Try Laughing!
Life isn’t always easy. Challenges arise, and with them often comes stress. There are moments when we feel calm and at peace, but other times when stress knocks persistently at our door. Stress can show up in many forms, but no matter what you’re facing, it’s reassuring to know there are ways to ease that…
Do You Need Stress Relief? Go Get A Pedicure!
Taking time for self-care is essential for helping us relax and manage stress. In fact, this idea is supported by research—Amherst College notes that caring for yourself helps preserve your physical, emotional, and mental energy, enabling you to better handle stress. So, this week, I treated myself to a pedicure—perfect timing with sandal weather and…
Self Care and Stress Relief-Stress Relief through Music
Let’s keep the momentum going with our series on Self-Care and Stress Relief. Today, we’re diving into how music can be a powerful tool to ease stress and uplift your spirits. Whether it’s your favorite tune or something new, music has a unique way of soothing our minds and bringing calm in the chaos. Music…
Stress Relief and Self Care-Need Stress Relief? Try Spending Some Time in The Sun!
Stress can take a significant toll on physical, emotional, and mental health. Divorce, in particular, is one of life’s most challenging and stressful experiences. If you’re navigating this difficult time, finding effective ways to reduce stress is crucial. Here is one way to relieve stress… Need Stress Relief? Try Spending Time in The Sun! I…
Stress Relief and Self Care-The Initial Plan
I started a series several years ago called Stress Relief and Self-Care. I want to include self-care in this series because, by taking care of ourselves, we can decrease our stress, at least for a moment. There are many times in our lives when we need stress relief. Divorce ranks high on the stress meter….