School got you stressed? We’re here to help! Check out these four most important stress relievers for students.
Get Moving
You’re in a rut – school, work, home responsibilities, repeat. If you have any free time you’re probably trying to catch up with friends or catch up on sleep! The Guardian says more students need to make time for regular, weekly exercise3. Getting off the couch and working out produces chemicals called endorphins. They cut back on stress and make you feel calm and happy. It doesn’t take much either…a 30-minute walk once a day can be a great stress buster. And how about yoga? Everyday Health says it’s great for your mind and can help with muscle strength and balance4.
Just Say No
College students have crazy schedules. You’re trying to balance school work, work-work and having a social life! If you’re trying to keep everybody happy, you might end up hurting yourself. Campus Calm says more college students need to learn to say no5. Do your friends want to go out but you have a paper to write? It’s ok to tell them you can’t because you have a ton of homework. It doesn’t make you a bad person, it means you’re setting yourself up for success by making sure you get stuff done before you go have fun. That kind of focus can be a great stress reliever.
Manage Your Time
Give Yourself an Attitude Adjustment