Stress Less with Healthy Habits Infographic
Stress Less with Healthy Habits
- Slow down.
Plan ahead and allow enough time to get the most important things done without having to rush.
- Sleep well.
Try to get seven to nine hours of sleep each night. To fight insomnia, get regular physical activity during the day.
- Let worry go.
The world won’t end if a few things fall off your plate. Give yourself a break and just breathe.
- Laugh it up.
Laughter makes us feel good. Don’t be afraid to laugh out loud, even when you’re alone.
- Get connected.
A daily dose of friendship is great medicine. Make time to call friends or family so you can catch up.
- Get organized.
Use “to do” lists to help you focus on your most important tasks and take big projects one step at a time.
- Practice giving back.
Volunteer your time or spend time helping a friend. Helping others helps you.
- Be active every day.
Exercise can relieve mental and physical tension. Find something you enjoy and stick with it.
- Give up bad habits.
Too much alcohol, tobacco or caffeine can increase blood pressure. Cut back or quit to decrease anxiety.
- Lean into things you can change.
Make time to learn a new skill, work toward a goal or to love and help others.
Learn more at heart.org/HealthyForGood