Don't Sweat the Small Stuff!

As my last semester of college is coming to an end quicly, (3 more weeks!), my brain and body aren't quite on the same page anymore.  I feel exhausted, tired, want to do homeowork but cannot find the time, distracted, and definitely feeling the pressure! Stress can be a good thing in the right situations but, if it's bringing anxiety on and other issues into your life, then it's time to do something about it.  

I know for me, for the last few weeks I have up at school, to help aleviate some of the pressure and stress that I'm feeling, I'm going to try a few things to help me get into a "push-to-the-finish" kind of attitude.  If you're feeling stressed out too, you should try these tips to help reduce the pressure. 

1. Physical Activity/Exercise-is the most important of these tips- it will help reduce stress and make you feel refreshed.
2. Stretching/meditating- Stretching is said to be calming and relaxing.  Even if you're not working out, get up from doing your homework for a break and just stretch/meditate for 10 minutes, and go back to it.
3. Go outside!-Sometimes you just need to get away from the situation you're in for a few minutes. Taking a 5-10 minute walk outside will wake up your senses and give your mind a break from all the hard work you're doing.
4. Listening to music- Music breaks can be very relaxing and could help take your mind off of whatever you may be worrying about, and can help put you in a better mood.
5. Eating a healthy snack- Taking a healthy snack break is definitley beneficial because you'll be getting important nutrients to help cognitive function.