April is "STRESS AWARENESS MONTH" and who hasn't experienced many levels of stress after these past few years with the pandemic. ALL OF US KNOW WHAT STRESS IS! Have you learned HOW TO deal with the stress in your life? Here are some things you can do to help yourself and loved ones when stressed:
- Take Care of Yourself and take time for yourself. Do things that relax you and that you enjoy.
- Take a walk, exercise and take a break away from the moment of stress to get your thoughts and emotions settled.
- Journal your thoughts and emotions. This can help as a release of the tension and emotions you are dealing with.
- Listen to soothing music that can relax your mind and body. Listen to uplifting and encouraging songs that bring you joy.
- Pray and read scripture. Listen to the Holy Spirit and release your frustrations and concerns to God who loves you and knows you and provides all you have need of, learning to trust Him and grow in your faith.
- Get some SUNSHINE! You get vitamin D from the sun and all that warmth gives you that "good mood" feeling and is very healthy for your body.
- Eat well. Eat food that isn't processed. Eat food that is seasonal and fresh. Eating well helps fight the cellular damage that can happen when your body is under emotional and physical stress.
- Drink more water and hydrate! Water is the refresher to our body and helps wash out the some of the harmful damage done by stress in our lives.
- ASK FOR HELP! If you find yourself overwhelmed and need help talk to a friend, pastor, or call us at Paula's Hope. We are here for you in your time of need. Learn more...
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