Do you find it hard to switch off?
Dealing with stress can be increasingly difficult. If you’re in a high pressure job, it’s vitally important to wind down when you get home to ensure that you stay healthy and that you get a good night’s sleep. Here we’ve put together some tips on how to distress after work in the evening.
Have a healthy meal
Stress can really affect your health, so make sure you have a decent evening meal. Cooking a meal can also take your mind off your day, particularly if you’re concentrating on getting it right!
Having a sit down meal also gives you the opportunity to vent your stress via conversation with your family. Turn off the TV and have a good natter about your day – a sympathetic ear can do wonders for your stress levels.
Fill your spare time
Keeping busy in the evening can avoid your brain working overtime. Take up a new hobby, read a book or even do some gardening. Gardening has been proven to actively reduce stress levels, so why not give it a go?
Do some exercise
After a busy day at work, the last thing you probably think about is exercising. Yet exercising is a great way to release pent-up energy and has been shown to reduce stress.
Even something as simple as a moderate walk will get your heart rate going, so why not check out some local green spots or take the dog out? Try dedicating half an hour of your evening to some form of exercise and see how it will benefit you.
Relax before bed
One of the biggest reasons why we struggle getting a good night’s sleep is because we can’t switch our brains off. If you’re thinking about work, try creating a to-do list for the following day to clear your head.
Also try to avoid doing much in the hour before you go to bed. Why not wind down with a relaxing bath or by reading a book? Remember to switch off all electrical appliances before you go to sleep as mobiles and TVs can prevent you from sleeping.
With a can-do attitude and a willingness to forget about work when you get home, your stress levels should soon decrease drastically. Do you struggle with stress from work? Let us know your thoughts by commenting below or tweeting @FemaleFirst_UK
by Julia Molloy
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