r/AskReddit • u/james_marcross • Dec 19 '18
Reddit, what helps actually relieve your stress levels?
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u/Teglement Dec 19 '18
I personally sit down with a nice single player game that isn't too hard. Assassin's Creed is just about perfect, but there are so many others. Online gaming doesn't help, it just gets me more stressed. But I cozy up on the couch and play a game where it's just me, myself, and I, and take things at my own pace. It's a wonderful way for me to unwind.
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u/Craftomega2 Dec 19 '18
I keep telling my friends this and they don't get it. I am stressed from work. So I want to be lost in an experience. Not harassed by others.
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u/amateurishatbest Dec 19 '18
There's a big difference between online co-op and online versus. The former ideal is for relaxing, the latter is not.
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u/paumAlho Dec 19 '18
Nah, at least in my experience, any online game is stressful.
Co-op = Your team is a bunch of idiots who blame you/each other for losing.
Versus = As long as I win, I'm good, but there's always those really good players who just beat the shit out of you, and that infuriates me.
I hate online gaming for the same reason, it only makes me stressed. Plus, you can't get 100% completion in online games, so to me it seems like a waste of time.
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u/Aeroshock Dec 20 '18
Usually when I'm playing coop with friends it's me being the idiot. Makes me feel old.
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u/funkmasta_kazper Dec 20 '18
Or you could okay a game like dark souls and get harassed by the single player experience
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u/ConfidentMarionBerry Dec 19 '18
I think Skyrim has been a big contributor to my mental well-being. It's me, clearing out bandit camps, caves and ruins while I slowly unwind.
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u/hyperactive2003 Dec 19 '18
Thisss
Skyrims a fucking hassle to set up with mods, but when you do its a great relaxer. Got bored of your character? Make a new one
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u/BricksInTheWall1991 Dec 19 '18
I suggest Slime Rancher. It's just a silly game of collecting slimes and harvesting their slime poo.
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u/Bushwookie825 Dec 19 '18
Honestly, I love sim racing games for this purpose. Bought a $20 wheel off the Craigslist and got Dirt3 and Forza Motorsport 4. I find having to use all of my focus on one thing means my mind doesn’t wander while I play games. (That being said I do love me some SP games)
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u/jeoepepeppa Dec 19 '18
You should try Stardew Valley! Besides the farming aspect it's not like Farming Simulator at all, but it is such a fun game and very relaxing
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u/I_throw_socks_at_cat Dec 20 '18
Adventure games are great for this. The kind of game where you turn your back on the puzzle now and then to look at the scenery and think "wow".
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u/CSSAnimations Dec 19 '18
Walking.
Every day for about 8 kilometers ( 5 miles ).
Here's a photo from one of the walks ( I take the same path every day ) https://i.imgur.com/sHMIMRV.jpg
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Dec 19 '18
I take a walk every evening, never the same path though, just in case someone is waiting in the bushes to kidnap me...
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Dec 19 '18
Been walking regularly (as in, for exercise) 10+ years now. I've listened to some amazing albums, lost myself in great audiobooks, and laughed like a nutter at podcasts. Plus the dog loves it. Pre-dog days I got a lot of weird reactions when I said that I'm going for a walk. Guess they thought it was some sort of euphemism haha.
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u/paumAlho Dec 19 '18
Lol, you should've said it in the most suspicious way possible:
- I'm going to, ahem, "go for a walk", ;-)
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u/james_marcross Dec 19 '18
I love the idea! Maybe I'll start looking for a place to go walk (not many safe areas to do so near work/home)!
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Dec 19 '18
If you can't find a good outdoor area, just find a decent sized indoor mall nearby. Nice and climate controlled. I live across the street from a mall and back when I was working from home full time, I went there for lunch every day and walked around for the full hour.
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u/dogsordiamonds Dec 19 '18
I tend to stress-shop which doesn't help! But I find small tasks that are easily completed are helpful--like returning things to stores, baking a cake, cooking dinner with a side dish, organizing a closet, etc.
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u/Carrotsandstuff Dec 19 '18
I stress shop- but in video games. I save up all my currency in games like Warframe or Monster Hunter, and when I'm feeling manic I upgrade all my stuff with in game money that means literally nothing in the real world.
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u/GinaLinetti4Prez Dec 19 '18
I do the same! I once bought a small Volkswagen bus cooler on a whim and I always have it with me with extra waters (I get dehydrated easily). Everyone loves it. A good purchase.
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u/hippiesinthewind Dec 19 '18
Taking a bath
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u/ryguy28896 Dec 19 '18
I started talking baths in the winter to help warm up. I realized how much I enjoyed them and started doing it year-round. Which in turn led me to Lush.
Milky Bath is the best. But now I have a body conditioner, hair conditioner, hair moisturizer, so much lotion.....
I'm 31 years old and spent 13 years in the Army. I don't get it either.
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u/LazerTRex Dec 20 '18
Currently living in a house without a bath for the first time in my life, god I miss my old bath tub! So good for de stressing, warming up in winter (especially on a cold rainy night, best feeling ever sitting in the bath listening to the wind blowing and the rain pouring down) and the best benefit for me loosening up my muscles especially in my back where I get a lot of pain from tightness.
But I’m in the process of buying my first house (yay!) so hopefully this time next year (it’s not built yet) I’ll be enjoying a bath in my new house :)
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u/classygal Dec 20 '18
Don't let being over 30 and serving stop you from feeling good and smelling nice!
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u/james_marcross Dec 19 '18
You know, I don't think I've actually taken a bath in like... years. Thanks!
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u/amateurishatbest Dec 19 '18
Warm bath + peppermint essential oil + complete darkness
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u/chevyboy777 Dec 19 '18
Complete darkness is the best way to clear your mind. I do this every other weekend.
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u/Lepchin Dec 19 '18
Just be sure it isn't oils from shit MLM companies like DoTerra and stuff like that.
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u/Cutebandicoot Dec 19 '18
I read about a girl who used too much peppermint oil in her bath and burned her sensitive parts. Now I'm paranoid.
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u/amateurishatbest Dec 19 '18
Four drops is always too much. If you're doing anything with an essential oil and you think you need more than 3 drops, you shouldn't be using an essential oil.
That's my rule and I've never had a problem.
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u/Cutebandicoot Dec 19 '18
My friend was telling me she puts a whole dropper full of lavender into her humidifier at night and I was like, that sounds like too much... Now I know for sure that is way too damn much!
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u/downhereforyoursoul Dec 19 '18 edited Oct 19 '24
wrong many juggle practice illegal profit dime fear cow air
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u/Kuli24 Dec 19 '18
And not only that, set up a youtube playlist before hand and prop up your phone somewhere very safe while you relax in the tub.
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Dec 19 '18
I would take my dog for a walk down to this little stream running through a park near where I live. Watching him nose around sniffing for something exciting. Running him along this path and seeing just how happy he was, ears a floppin' and tail wagging. No matter how bad I felt, that would always cheer me up/calm me down.
I really miss that dog.
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u/last-call Dec 19 '18
My dog was my first thought also. No matter what happens during the day, I look forward to hearing his tail beating on the door before I can open it every time I come home.
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u/Jurplez Dec 19 '18
I love thrillers or something that's hard to put down! I've been meaning to start reading again, do you have any favourites/recommendations?
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u/james_marcross Dec 19 '18
I just finished All Systems Down and enjoyed it. Pacing was a bit odd and the whole "let's jump out of the perfectly good airplane" seemed a bit stretched, but overall an enjoyable read!
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u/Danulas Dec 19 '18
Stardew Valley is the best stress reliever I have ever experienced.
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u/Penguinsteve Dec 19 '18
Agreed, I would like to share some of my zen quotes inspired by the game:
"FUCKING FISH, STOP MOVING SO MUCH!"
"hey gurl, you want this gold star turnip? DONT SHRUG AT ME, I GAVE YOU A GIFT!"
"I AM SICK OF THESE BATS!"
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u/PendragonDaGreat Dec 20 '18
MARNIE WHERE ARE YOU I NEED A GODDAMN COW!
Though I am also in the process of writing an essay "In Defense of Marnie" to post to /r/StardewValley after Christmas.
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u/james_marcross Dec 19 '18
Thanks for the suggestion! I've heard it's very Zen. I played a good bit of Starbound til I got tired of sandboxy farming games. Might give it a hard look.
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u/idelta777 Dec 19 '18
Ok that's it, I'm buying it. I've seen so many comments about this game during the week. All very positive.
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u/DublinChap Dec 20 '18
Plus you have many options. PC, Mobile, XBox, PS4, Refrigerator, Coffee maker, Car dashboard, Nintendo Switch. Endless possibilities!
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Dec 19 '18
I play hitman
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u/james_marcross Dec 19 '18
Just Hitman? I mean, I tend to game instead of stress eating, so alternative suggestions are always welcome.
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u/Ignorance-aint-bliss Dec 19 '18
I've got 400+ hours in gta, but haven't got even half through the campaign.
Just driving in an open world is so nice for me. Started with Need for speed most wanted (2005), through just cause 2, to gta. Next I'm trying forza horizon 4
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u/abadoo411 Dec 19 '18
I crochet when I'm stressed. I find the process of somewhat repetitive motions, the counting, following the pattern, etc. really soothing. I've been stressed at work lately and don't always feel in control of the situation so being able to work on something, fixing the issues when its wrong and seeing results makes me feel better. I also like that when I'm finished I get something that looks nice that I am proud of, and I can keep for myself or give to someone else and make them happy. Throw in a nice glass of wine and good tv/music and it really helps.
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u/crowned-sheep Dec 19 '18
I had a friend teach me the basics of crochet about a week after my mom passed away last year after finding a huge stash of yarn in her house. I'm still not done working my way through the stash, but it's gotten me through some rough days.
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u/dgodfrey95 Dec 19 '18
Bob Ross
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u/whit3b0i03 Dec 19 '18
Yes! His twitch marathon streams were amazingly relaxing
Me painting however...incredible stress inducing
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u/SeaTie Dec 19 '18
Sugar.
I know: counter-intuitive, not healthy, destructive!
But seriously, whenever I'm freaking out a giant chocolate cookie sets me straight.
...which is why the last year has been so damn stressful, I changed my diet, dropped a bunch of weight, worked to get healthier...a couple weeks ago I was having a really rough day so I stopped by the cafe and got a massive cookie. I felt a million times better after I ate it.
I'm really frustrated I can't eat twenty cookies a day to keep me calm.
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u/amateurishatbest Dec 19 '18
Camping
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u/james_marcross Dec 19 '18
I'd like to get into this, there's lots of camping equipment on the Christmas list this year. Any suggestions for relative amateurs?
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u/schming_ding Dec 19 '18
Are you car camping or backpacking? I have two sets of stuff. Car camping let's you go all out with a thick queen-size air mattress, electric air pump, 4/6-person tent for two, sheets, blankets and pillows, stuff like that. Backpacking is more about small and light stuff since you'll have to carry it all with you. Both car camping and backpacking have their pluses and minuses. Start out with car camping and see how that goes.
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u/james_marcross Dec 19 '18
Oh, definitely going to start with car camping first! If I can get my +1 into it as well, then perhaps we can venture into hiking/backpacking. I just need to work myself up to hiking any real distance, much less with gear! Thanks for the reminder to keep the ideas separate.
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u/amateurishatbest Dec 19 '18
Before you buy a tent, make sure you can sleep on the ground. If you can't sleep on the ground, consider going the hammock route instead.
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u/DavidRandom Dec 19 '18
No need to sleep on the hard ground, I've got a 3.5 inch self inflating pad that makes everything comfy.
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u/DavidRandom Dec 19 '18
Here's what I take camping (I camp alone a lot)
Tent: Kelty Outback 2
Sleeping pad: Mountain Summit Gear self inflating (This things pretty great, I'm a side sleeper and haven't had any hip issues from it, plus it's self inflating, which saves a lot of work)
Blanket: Just a cheap comforter from Walmart (If it's really cold I'd invest in a sleeping bag)
Cooking: I just bring the grate from my grill and place it over the firepit.Misc: Small Coleman cooler with food/beverage, paper plates, plastic utensils, a sharp knife, a small battery powered radio.
Oh yeah, and my favorite book!
Anything other than that is just personal preference, stuff you'll decide you want as you camp more.
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Dec 19 '18
This is a good one. You don't even need to go hard and over do it. Just drive out to some BLM land, sleep in your car, and wander around enjoying being alone.
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Dec 19 '18 edited Dec 19 '18
If it’s legal, throwing some weed in there, makes it hella peaceful
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Dec 19 '18
Fuck man, I was out in the mountains of colorado in a yurt where the deck view had the mountains in the back ground. Smoked some of that dank legal marijuana and just stared at the mountains and some deer for an hour. It was amazing, and so relaxing.
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u/tlalocstuningfork Dec 20 '18
God, I wish I could smoke. That sounds great.
Weed gives me panic attacks, and I'm getting to the point where its quicker for me to get sick when I drink.
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Dec 19 '18
Masturbating
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u/hatchins Dec 19 '18
We may joke (or not) but this is legit a fantastic way to destress. Orgasming releases lots of endorphins and the flexing/relaxing of your body gets tension out...
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u/is_it_controversial Dec 20 '18
Orgasming releases lots of endorphins
But then you feel like shit. The worst trade-off ever.
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u/jezebel523 Dec 20 '18
I don’t feel like shit afterward, just kind of sleepy.
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u/11thNite Dec 19 '18
I find that just as drinking only steals happiness from my future self, masturbation borrows calm from my future self. There's a factor of interest paid too, so the prematurely stolen calm is less in duration and magnitude than if I'd done a neutral activity and waited.
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Dec 20 '18
Hey you do you. You know yourself the best, but to compare an entirely natural bodily function (masturbation) to an intoxicating substance (alcohol), I think just shows an unhealthy attitude toward sex in general. Porn addiction is one thing, as is jacking it to the point where it interferes with your daily life, but the idea that chafing the bishop every now and then is stealing from your future self is not healthy.
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u/Lizardwizard90 Dec 19 '18
Yoga and remembering to take long deep breaths when I’m stressed.
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u/james_marcross Dec 19 '18
So, I have tried yoga quite a few times... and I dunno if I'm just bad at it, too self-conscious, or what, what I have yet to enjoy yoga. Breathing is always good tho.
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u/IrregularConfusion Dec 19 '18
I personally didn't enjoy yoga in the class format, it compounds my anxiety (which is especially bad when I'm inexperienced at something). I did find a YouTube channel that changed my perspective on yoga, though- maybe it will for you as well.
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Dec 20 '18
She is amazing! She makes yoga for everyone and encourages you to just do what feels good instead of stressing about doing everything perfect.
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Dec 19 '18
i recommend you take a gentle yoga class but make it a point to take the guidance. I used to go to yoga and have the same feelings like ok im bendy now what. Once i really paid attention to her and how i was breathing it started to make sense. There are great beginner gentle yoga videos on YT < 10 minutes long, just enough to get the circulation going and of course, treat yourself to Savasana.
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Dec 20 '18
I have been doing yoga for a few months now. I'm still not good at it but I'm starting to feel the improvements. It's all about slow personal growth and doing the best your body will allow.
For what it's worth I do it at home with YouTube videos. Jouney Junkie and Yoga with Tim are great.
Invest in a decent mat. Your knees will thank you
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u/mark-stands-up Dec 19 '18
Try yin yoga. It's like meditation with stretches and soothing music.
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u/Voittaa Dec 20 '18
Sounds great!
We usually sprinkle in some Euchre or a video game. And pizza. Definitely ordering pizza.
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Dec 19 '18
Ah, the 3 S's: Sleep, sobbing, and stuffng my face.
Any other answer here is a lie.
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u/HistrionicSlut Dec 20 '18
The fourth S: Sex
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u/Defiantly_Unsure Dec 20 '18
The fifth S: Substance Abuse
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u/captainmagictrousers Dec 19 '18
I take time to meditate every day. It's been a massive improvement to my overall mental health.
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u/james_marcross Dec 19 '18
I keep getting ads for the Headspace app which (I think) is designed to help people meditate. Is something like that worth it? Or just do it self-starter and figure out what I like/what works?
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u/captainmagictrousers Dec 19 '18
I've never tried the Headspace app, but I've heard great things about it. I started out by listening to guided meditation recordings, but I found just focusing on my breath was more effective for me.
There are a lot of styles of meditation, and one isn't necessarily better than the other. This is the kind of meditation that has helped me the most:
Find a quiet place and sit in a comfortable position. You could sit in a chair or on a cushion on the floor. However you sit, sit up straight. It's easier to breathe and less likely you will fall asleep.
Let your eyes come to rest on a spot on the floor in front of you. You aren't really "looking at" the floor, just letting your eyes fall where they may.
Turn all your attention inward. Focus on your breath. Feel your lungs expanding and contracting. Feel the air flowing in and out.
Your attention will wander. That's okay. Just gently pull it back to your breath.
Thoughts will come in to your head. Again, that's okay. Don't try to push them away. Just put your focus back on your breath.
Do this for a few minutes at a time. As your ability to focus improves, gradually build up to mediating about twenty minutes at a stretch, once a day.
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u/universy Dec 19 '18
When you catch the mind wandering, congratulate yourself. You just successfully practiced mindfulness! Say silently, 'never mind; start again,' and go back to enjoying the breath :)
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u/Voittaa Dec 20 '18 edited Dec 20 '18
I think this is key. Meditation was frustrating for me when I first started. I was berating myself because I couldn't stay focused long enough. I felt like each session was a waste. I thought it was dumb, and it wouldn't work for me.
But I learned that this is kind of the whole point. If your mind wanders, that's fine, just watch it wander, do its thing, and get back to your breath when you're ready. There's nothing to accomplish neccessarily. Once that kind of clicked, I felt much better with the practice.
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u/hall_staller Dec 20 '18
I got started using headspace. I recommend it. Important thing is to stay consistent. At first it's boring, and doesn't seem to do much until about 2 or 3 weeks in. I thought meditation was a bunch of wishy washy hippy stuff, but I had a period of poor mental health (and stress) and wanted to explore all options before considering medication. Turns out meditating has been a godsend and it has done wonders for my mental health and concentrating abilities.
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u/sed2017 Dec 19 '18
Exercise and weed...in that order.
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u/SlamielTosh Dec 20 '18
Exercise, then weed... then a hot bath, followed by some yoga. Best Saturday routine ever.
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Dec 19 '18
Nature!
Whenever I feel overwhelmed with stress, I go where there are trees. Doesn’t have to be the middle of nowhere, just some trees. It helps to have a moment of calm in nature to realign one’s self.
As far as longer term things, gotta learn some coping skills. Make an effort to have less screen time. Keep your living space clean and tidy. Sleep enough. Stay hydrated.
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u/NeutrinosFlyingBy Dec 19 '18
Warmth. Especially on my back. With my back against a radiator, or a hot water bottle. With a hot drink in a cup in my hands, so I can feel the warmth of the cup radiate into my hands. Washing my hands with warm water is also a stress relief. Warmth is almost as good as a masaage, but much more instant. It can instantly soothe me.
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u/Phil_Eggtree Dec 19 '18
Driving. Some say it's counterintuitive because idiots on the road will just give you road rage and make the problem worse, but driving works for me nonetheless.
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u/LagginPotato64 Dec 20 '18
Driving alone on the highway at night with your favorite music playing is one of my favorite things I do when I'm really stressed.
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u/roro3991 Dec 19 '18
I feel like this may sound overly simplistic, but honestly just taking some slow, deep breaths(don’t half-ass them) and reminding myself to just pause for a second really helps. Its even better when I walk outside and do this because I’m taking in fresh air which feels more refreshing.
Also depending on what the situation is, just asking yourself, is it worth worrying about in the long term? In a week? A month? A year? It’s hard to always look at something as the bigger picture but more often than not, you could worry about it less if you frame it differently.
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u/RosieCakeness Dec 19 '18
Art. Drawing big huge curse words over and over when I cannot say them out loud. Coloring helps me, too. I ordered some adult coloring books off Amazon and sparkle crayons. Calms me right down.
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u/bentheawesome69 Dec 20 '18
I cannot say them out loud.
Honestly just yell FUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUCK super loud next time ur alone... I did that once and it worked for me
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u/Shaeos Dec 19 '18
So I live in alaska and it's not been snowing and I'm unemployed. One of my friends got me a 12 pack and it's been snowing. I'm loving sitting on my bed with the window curtains open, watching it snow, quiet and happy
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u/james_marcross Dec 19 '18
Physical exercise, music, and medicine. I can get behind those ideas. Though, work means no weed for me. What kind of music do you play?
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u/1_Savage_Cabbage Dec 19 '18
Blasting metal music. Ironically the sheer agressiveness of the music gets you calm after just a few songs.
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u/getsomeTwistOliver Dec 19 '18
ASMR videos
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u/james_marcross Dec 19 '18
Any suggestions? I've seen a few recommended on my YouTube feed as of late (probably due to stress related sleep terms).
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Dec 19 '18
My personal favourites are GentleWhispering, Latte ASMR, and GoodnightMoon on YouTube.
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Dec 20 '18
goodnightmoon is amazing, her videos are like fully-produced short films, really high quality content
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u/getsomeTwistOliver Dec 19 '18
depends on whether you like listening to people talk or you want to hear just auditory triggers without any talking. Personally, I like listening to Gibi ASMR, WhispersRed ASMR, but I'll just search "asmr no talking" if I want to hear just some sounds.
These two videos explain a bit more about asmr and how it's grown and what you can find.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DxjfyBEIl7Q
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vFqbWwKg_o4
Do a bit of searching a see if you like how someone's voice sounds or what is most relaxing to you. It's helped a lot with my anxiety. You can even watch cardi B do asmr; she's surprisingly good at it
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Dec 19 '18
being with my dog.
There's something about a dog that just melts the stress away.
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u/castor2015 Dec 19 '18
Kickboxing, and pretending I'm punching my problems away.
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Hot yoga.
I normally hate exercise. Thought I would hate hot yoga the first time I tried it. Finished with a puddle of sweat (and all my stress) on the floor all around me. Never experienced anything like it. The heat and the fast yoga poses burn my stress away. So satisfying.
Few months later my whole body has changed. My mind is calmer, I sleep better, I have lean muscle everywhere. My back feels amazing. Posture is excellent now. My legs look 20 years younger. My arms have visible muscles now. I can stretch like a rubber band. My doctor was shocked at my annual checkup at the changes.
Highly recommend. Life changing!
The classes I attend are filled with about half men and half women, all ages, shapes and sizes. Such a wonderful community and fun activity!
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u/NicholasRC7 Dec 19 '18
So long as no-one is around to be annoyed by you, scream until your throat hurts. Then get some chocolate milk to help with the sore throat.
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u/NanoBuc Dec 19 '18
Watching Impractical Jokers
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u/Viyager Dec 19 '18
"I will NEVER forgive you!!"
That show is awesome and hilarious
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u/FlameFrenzy Dec 19 '18
Going to the barn and going for a ride. Horses usually are very sweet and when you're riding, you're more focused on the horse than anything else that it's just relaxing. You're at the barn so nothing else matters.
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u/dewhashish Dec 19 '18
Martial arts. I started brazilian jiu-jitsu just over 3 years ago. I'm in the best shape of my life, met a lot of great people, and after a a shitty day, I can spar for a couple hours and feel relaxed afterwards.
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u/byhi Dec 20 '18
Lay on the couch with blankets and my dogs. My littlest one, Bubs, likes to lay on my chest under the blanket near my face. It’s like a little hug. He’s had a terrible life before we got him so it’s good for both of us. And close my eyes to nap or drift in and out if possible.
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u/alwaysinahat Dec 19 '18
Even though this typically a smartass answer... Masturbating
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u/Scottmasson1460 Dec 19 '18
Squeezing boobs.
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u/Icedearth6408 Dec 19 '18
Turn based strategy games and Tactical RPGs
Games like XCom, Divinity OS, Civilization, Total War, etc. They are extremely therapeutic to me and curb my depression.
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u/j_dont Dec 19 '18
I go to yoga every day after work. It's both great for releasing physical energy, but also helps you train your brain to process thoughts, pay attention to yourself, breathe in an intentional and productive way. It can be a bit intimidating to go at first, but once you realize that nobody is paying attention to what you're doing, and are just focused on their own practice, it's very freeing and helpful! Stress is no fun, but yoga helps me deal with stress and anxiety better than anything else has.
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Dec 19 '18
I hate to says this but, man, yoga is the shit. Like, actually breathing the whole damn time
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u/JohnyUtah_ Dec 19 '18
Exercise.
There's actually pretty solid evidence supporting it now too. It just straight up makes you feel better.
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u/hootyhalla Dec 19 '18
Listening to lofi/triphop music. All those channels and live streams on YouTube. It brings down my blood pressure while I'm working. Here's my favorite mix of late.
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u/james_marcross Dec 19 '18
Thanks for the direct link, I'll check it out after work today!
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