Ten Simple Things You Can Do to De-Stress for Success

Life can throw us curve balls and the better able we are to go with the flow the better able we are to handle anything life throws us.
Try these simple techniques and watch productivity soar, clarity return and stress melt away.

1.  Drink WATER.

Studies show that drinking more water increases your body's 
ability to detoxify, which in turn helps our brain to function more 
effectively.  A body that is healthy and functioning well at the 
cellular level is more able to function during stressful times.

2.  Belly BREATHE

Take several full breaths way down deep into your Belly.  This not    only calms but also removes toxins from your lungs.  You get more oxygen into your body and your brain, your heart rate lowers, your mind clears and you feel better.

3.  Be GRATEFUL              

Studies show that spending just a minute or two a day feeling    completely grateful for what you already have, even if all you can 
do is be grateful for one very small aspect of your life, you lower   
your blood pressure and heart rate.

4.   LOVE Unconditionally.

Studies show that the brain wave patterns that we have while      
thinking about someone we love (a person, child, or pet) can   
dramatically calm, de-stress and put us instantly in a better mood.

5.   TOUCH something soft       

Our sense of touch is linked to some of our earliest memories.
Even if all you have is a small piece of fabric or if you can,  wrap
yourself in a soft comfy blanket.  You will feel loved, safe and at    
peace.

6.   SMELL a Lemon, Lime or Grapefruit.

Smell is a sense that can trigger emotions and Citrus evokes happy  uplifting emotions.  Smell or Scent therapy is what Aromatherapy
is all about.  Our sense of smell is so powerful that our brains are 
hardwired to respond.

7.   DO something for someone else.

True philanthropy is very rewarding and when you help another   
person who is less fortunate that you, you get a double benefit of    
feeling wonderful that you could help another and also get the    
benefit of recognizing how blessed and fortunate you are.

8.   Spend time LOOKING at an Image that really stirs your soul

Place an image in a prominent area of your desk, home or office, a
place where you will see it often.  Studies show that taking time to    
look at and place yourself in the image of somewhere you like or      
want to be, reduces stress.

9.    Spend time really RECOGNIZING YOU.

Give yourself a Pat on the Back, Atta girl/boy, Kudos, recognition of yourself, by yourself, for yourself, Honor who you are and what   
you accomplish each day.   I invite you to get to know you on a
deeper level.
                                                            
10.   Remember to Be Inspired!

I hope that you find these helpful and will try them.  I always suggest to my clients that they incorporate new habits slowly, find the things they want to do and do them consistently.  Incorporate what you can now and honor yourself for the accomplishment.