Tuesday, March 10, 2015

6 Easy Stress Relief Tips

Who doesn't have stress in their life? I'm sure all of us can relate that life can just get overwhelming sometimes. Insert hand raise emoji here. Yep, been there, done that! So how do you cope? Do you just get so stressed you don't even know how to relax? Well, deep breaths and calm down! Kenji and I have teamed up to help you out!
Kenji's Picks:

//A Bath with Epsom salts..and bubbles! Bath's alone are beyond amazing. They are quite relaxing, especially for my Rheumatoid Arthritis! Whenever I'm having a flare up I usually run to a heating pad or a bath. Personally, I love a bath more. All you need is one or two cups of Epsom salt, grab a glass of wine, and a magazine and enjoy the relaxation that is overtaking your body. Fun fact: Epsom salt baths are a sort of detox so not only does it relax the body it aids in detoxification! If you're really looking to relax you can add some lilac bubbles...plus they're just plain fun.
//Eucalyptus Showers This is something my mom taught me and it's also something I will do for the rest of my life! All you need is a bundle of Eucalyptus ($3-$6 at Michael's) and a shower. Keep the eucalyptus tied together at the end, spread it in half and place it over the shower head. All I do to release the aroma is get the water piping hot and slightly place the eucalyptus. From then on every time you take a hot shower the aroma will fill the bathroom. Let me tell you right now, you will never want to get out. It smells so good and completely relaxes your body. All that stress you had is now completely gone! Run to Michael's so you can try this!
//Light a candle and play quiet music. I know for me, when I'm trying to really relax I like to feel like I'm at a spa. That means lighting candles and playing soft music. Call me crazy but I LOVE music scores. You know all the instrumental music that plays in the background of movies. Hans Zimmer...anyone? Bueller? That's okay, what works for me might not work for you. Maybe you enjoy soundscapes or acoustic music or no music at all, whatever works for you - do it!


Melissa's Picks: 

// Aromatherapy Lotions. I use the Bath & Body Works line for Stress Relief. It's got eucalyptus and spearmint, so not only does it smell ahh-mazing, but it's relaxing for sure. (Did you know there's a lotion to help with sleep too!) Both sleep and stress relief are great to help you relax. Something about the natural scents is just so calming.
// Essential Oils. Yes, we've seen EO's all over blog land, but I've been using them long before they became a "thing". At least I feel like I was anyway. My mom raised all of her kids with homeopathic remedies... oils included... So, I don't use the Young Living brand or anything that fancy, but I use oils. Lavender Oil is GREAT for stress relief and promoting relaxation. I rub a little on my feet to get it absorbed quickly. I get mine from GNC. It's convenient, local, and affordable.
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// Teas. I'm a gal who loves her coffee, but let's face it: coffee kind of does the opposite from calming you down! Obviously a sleepy time tea is perfect with the chamomile. However, I'm a lover of Teavana Teas. Did you know passion fruit is a natural stress reliever? Teavana makes a guava, papaya, passion white tea. I actually like this tea to relax better than sleepy time because it doesn't make me tired but it does help me calm down. If a bold fruity flavor isn't your cup of tea (ha, see what I did there?), then maybe you'd like Yogi stress relief? I'm not being sponsored, I just really love these teas!
I (Melissa) MADE THIS GIF!!!!! 

What do you do to relieve stress? We'd love to hear any additional tips or remedies you have!

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23 comments :

  1. These are such great suggestions ladies! The eucalyptus shower sounds amazing. I like going for a walk when I'm stressed or reading a book.

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  2. That tea GIF is so cool! Also, yes. So much yes. To this whole post.

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  3. Love all of these! You guys are so cute :) My issue is just finding the time to get some relief in any way...without little screaming babes during a bath/shower haha...love all of the ideas and that you collaborated! xoxo

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  4. I'm kind of proud about the gif! lol!! glad you liked the post! kendra and I had fun!

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  5. right?!?! finding the time is my hardest. that's why I love the oil & lotion. instant relaxation!! I hope you can find some time eventually! hugs!!

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  6. I need to try that eucalyptus shower thing...that is awesome. And who doesn't want a yummy smelling shower? I love the gif too!

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  7. I know!!! I can't wait to try the shower! thanks for the love!

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  8. I am totally trying the eucalyptus in the shower! I am sure that would help with stuffy noses too!? This is a great list.

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  9. Amazing amazing tips! I've recently started applying a tiny bit of lavender oil before bed and I'm convinced it's made a great difference in getting a great nights sleep.

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  10. glad you enjoyed!! and yes lavender is great for sleep. combine chamomile an you should be out!! haha!

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  11. oooh I bet it would!! good thinking! run a hot shower for you and the yummy smelling steam should help clear you right right up!!

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  12. I need to pick up some lavender oil. We both have trouble sleeping and I'm starting to depend on Benadryl at night... no good! That lotion is my absolute favorite! I always stock up with Bath & Body Works has a sale!

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  13. Ahhhh...oils! My fave! :) And...when you have a chance, send me your address. I want to send you some Young Living samples. ;)

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  14. Oils...I have yet to try them but they are EVERYWHERE. Lavender is my favorite scent though...so soothing and calming!

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  15. I've never seen the eucalyptus trick! I'll have to try that one because it sounds relaxing but isn't your standard tip. I love a good cup of tea to relax too. If it's a black tea I like adding a bit of steamed milk because that's just soothing too.

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  16. yes! I think you'll really love the oils. that's why I like gnc because they're affordable & natural! have you tried the b&bw sleep lotion? it's lavender and chamomile! love it!!

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  17. yeah. it's great for the kids when they won't settle after a long day. lol. I find it funny that I've been using them for as long as I can remember thanks to my mom and now they're super popular. I was a hipster before it was cool! hahahaha

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  18. I had never heard of it until the other night when Kenji commented on one of my instagram pics with it! that's how this post was formed lol. I can't wait to try it too!!

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  19. I just might try the Eucalyptus thing sometime. Great tips!

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  20. ohhh i'm definitely going to think about adding eucalyptus to the shower if my hubs will go for it! these are great tips-thanks ladies!

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  21. YES!! I had never heard of it until Kenji shared it with me. After she did this wonderful baby was born! LOL!!!

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  22. RIGHT?! ME too. and so cheap @ Michaels!

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