6 Tips to release stress for a happier life

Do you want to be happier? If so, then make it a point to release stress regularly. We often have stress without realizing it, but our bodies know. When you feel worried and strained your body is yelling with an energy megaphone – telling you you’re off course from living the joyful life you were created to live.

Stress wreaks havoc on the body in a myriad of ways: ill health, diseases, contention, mental fatigue, adrenal fatigue, weight gain, sleep disorders, confusion, anxiety, fear, and unhappiness are some of the results. Luckily, when you feel stressed, you can release that stress and get back in sync with your happy self.

It’s your innate nature to be HAPPY! Let go of the stress in your life and allow yourself to be free of the burden of worries and concerns. Here are six tips to help you release stress and live a happy, more fulfilling life.

1.   Love and believe in yourself.

Love yourself unconditionally and completely despite your mistakes or current circumstances. Believe in your ability to succeed. The more love and self-belief you have for yourself, the more your self-image will improve, which will help melt stress away.

2.   Practice positive self-talk.

Harness the power of your mind by having a positive inner dialog and living in the moment. Creating a new mantra of life-supporting beliefs will enable you to accomplish your goals and dreams. This will help to ease your stress and bring about fulfillment and peace.

3.   Let go once and for all.

Practice letting go of what bothers you once and for all. Holding on to resentment or anger does nothing but bring your emotional health and wellness down. It doesn’t do you any good to hold onto ill memories. Make it a habit to forgive and let go. Focus on the life lessons learned and look for good in all you do and in everyone with whom you associate.

4.   Eat clean and exercise often.

Eat a healthy diet that is filled with lean proteins, fruits, veggies, complex carbohydrates, and clean fats to keep your body healthy. In addition, make sure you exercise regularly to release those feel-good endorphins, which ease stress and increase your energy levels.

5.   Be charitable.

Giving brings joy to the heart and releases tension. Make it a habit to give generously. Charity will attract much more to you in return.

6.   Dance and sing stress away.

Play fun, upbeat music and sing and dance your stress away to improve your mood and increase your energy. The more you are active doing what you love to do, the more relaxed you’ll be.

By incorporating these tips to relieve stress, you’ll be happier, healthier, and more content. Say goodbye to stress and welcome bliss into your life!

Carol Whitaker

Carol Whitaker is the author of the acclaimed book Ridiculously Happy! The Secret to Manifesting the Life & Body of Your Dreams. Carol is a media expert, lifestyle fitness & life coach, motivational speaker, and mentor. Carol is a happily married mother of three and is an avid equestrian. Connect with Carol on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to receive her health, happiness and fitness tips. Visit CarolWhitaker.com and learn to unleash your inner powers to live a ridiculously happy life!

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