How to reduce stress in just 1 minute that you may not know?

​(Baonghean.vn) - Stress, also known as nervous tension, is a reaction of the body to difficulties and physical or mental pressure. It is extremely dangerous and can kill anyone.

Therefore, finding the fastest possible solution to relieve stress is what you should do right away.

Look at the bright colors

Just like music, just taking a few minutes to look at bright, vibrant colors can positively affect your body chemistry and reduce stress.

Smell something wonderful

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When you feel your stress levels starting to rise, tap into the power of your olfactory system and cool down quickly by inhaling a calming essential oil or smelling a flower in your garden, and your stress will disappear. Plant flowers in your home or workplace or keep some essential oils in your pocket and keep them in your office and it will help your irritability disappear when you feel the stress starting to creep in.

Listening to music

Music has the power to change the chemistry of our body's cells, promoting feelings of relaxation and calm, says sports coach and physical therapist Scott Adam Weiss. In fact, listening to your favorite song is one of the five things you should do to brighten your day.

Sing a favorite song

If you don't have a player nearby, choose a really exciting song that you love to sing your heart out, show off some dance moves, wave your arms and legs, and your tiredness and boredom will disappear. Your throat may be affected a little, but in return, you will have moments of relaxation, no thinking, and let your tiredness disappear.

Hand massage

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Inner hand massage significantly reduces stress levels, according to a 2008 study published in the Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine. Although the study focused on stress reduction in cancer patients, virtually everyone can benefit from this practice.

In fact, the Touch Research Institute at the University of Miami School of Medicine found that massage therapy affects the body's biochemistry, reducing depression and anxiety.

Self-massage of the ear

It may sound strange, but this is actually an effective way to relieve stress.

If you need to quickly and discreetly de-stress at your desk, try massaging your ears, from the lobe to the tip, using gentle pressure in an up-and-down motion, repeatedly, until you begin to feel yourself relax. This will help activate the ear’s acupressure points and send soothing messages to the nervous system, which will calm the body’s stress response.

Practice breathing techniques

The advice to take deep breaths when stressed is actually true. According to Men's Health, inhaling activates the sympathetic nervous system, leading to increased heart rate and blood pressure. Meanwhile, exhaling activates the parasympathetic nervous system, causing the heart rate to decrease. So, when stressed, inhaling slowly and focusing on exhaling will help you relax.

The doodles

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You will find this helpful if you are dealing with stress. Drawing like this will stimulate your creative mind and it will automatically help you come up with ideas to reorganize your work if the cause of your stress is pressure from work.

Writing a diary to relieve stress

Journaling helps you express your worries, thoughts, and sadness. This is recognized by scientists at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and they say that recording your emotions can help you control everything and analyze the situation better. Reading your diary entries makes you reflect on life lessons and orient yourself in a positive way.

Eat a bar of dark chocolate

What can help your brain not scream is a bar of dark chocolate. The flavonoids in chocolate will stimulate dopamine in the brain, thereby activating the prefrontal cortex, which will help you quickly get rid of stress.

Drink herbal tea

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Herbal teas are a great stress reliever, says Eric Yarnell, professor of botanical medicine at Bastyr University. Try catnip, lemon balm, passionflower, hops, chamomile, or valerian. If you don’t like herbal teas, try green tea.

Sitting in a rocking chair

Research from the University of Rochester, USA shows that sitting in a rocking chair helps the body release endorphins, improve mood, and even reduce pain.

Sit up straight

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A study from Appalachian State University found that participants who had better posture while doing Pilates exercises experienced increased confidence and relaxation. You don’t have to do Pilates every day to get the same benefits. Take a few minutes to improve your posture and your mood.

Go out

Getting outside for some fresh air has been shown to help you relax and reduce stress. You'll feel better after being in harmony with nature, even if just for a moment.

Spend time with your pets

Not only does being around pets put a smile on your face, studies have shown that it stimulates the production of the feel-good hormone oxytocin. This is also why being around pets can lower your blood pressure. Don't have a pet? Try watching videos of cute pets.

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Garden

Planting, weeding, watering plants… simple but very useful tasks for people who are stressed. The scent of fresh flowers, the fruits of labor and a job that does not require thinking, brainstorming, really make you feel comfortable and refreshed.

hug someone

One study found that hugging before giving a speech helped lower blood pressure and heart rate in people who lacked confidence in public speaking. So the next time you feel stressed, grab someone you trust and hug them.

Scream out loud

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In big cities, finding a place with open, fresh air to pour out your heart is not easy. However, if you take the time to find a small corner of a lake or a high-rise building, you can scream out loud to pour out all your feelings, which is a method that many people often apply. No one will know who you are, it may be a bit unusual, but after screaming out loud, the feeling of tension will be reduced quite a bit.

Cry when you can

When something upsets you, you feel overwhelmed and emotionally stuck. Cry if you want to let all your emotions out. Tears help you release stress from your body.

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