Stress Relieving Techniques You Can Practice in Your Gainesville Apartment

Ever have one of those days when you just wanted to scream and pull out your hair? Everyone deals with stress differently, but unfortunately many behaviors can just make these feelings worse. While no single technique is guaranteed to help you relax, here are a few options.

One technique that can quickly help is progressive muscle relaxation. This simple technique involves flexing the different muscle groups in your body one at a time and then relaxing them. Start by finding a comfortable and quiet place to lie down with your eyes closed. Tense the muscles in your face into a grimace and hold them that way for about 10 seconds. Let your face go slack and focus on the feeling of your muscles relaxing. Repeat this process with your shoulders and chest, arms, and then legs. In a matter of no time, your stress will fade away.

Another popular technique is to enjoy a cup of tea. While most tea does contain caffeine, it also contains many other compounds that aid in relaxation. One laboratory study found that while tea won’t prevent stress, regular tea drinkers lower their level of cortisol, a hormone associated with stress, up to 20% faster after a stressful event. This means they can relax faster and better control their stress.

One more way to relax is to keep a journal. Talking about problems to friends, family, or a therapist can be very relieving, but there are times when this just isn’t possible. Keeping a journal in your Gainesville apartment can give you a place to let out your emotions without having to worry about what anyone else thinks.

If you’re looking for comfortable apartments where you can relax with these techniques, take a look at Bellamay Grand. Contact our office today for more information, or to schedule a tour.