8 ways to relax your mind, body and relieve stress

Let’s talk about stress. Better yet, let’s talk about how you can manage it! In this digital age that we live in life can be none-stop, and it can be easy to get swept away by the craziness of it all and forget to take the time to unwind and relax. But unwinding and relaxing is exactly what you need to do in order to minimise stress.

We are all affected by stress in one way or another. We may be able to reduce our overall stress, but when the inevitable events happen that do cause stress, it is vital for everyone to have that ‘go-to’ thing or combination of things to release that stress and use as ways to relax your mind and body.

Whether it’s from not having good morning habits or work stress building up throughout the day, it can be hard to relax in the evening and get enough quality sleep. So when you are ready to wind down for the day, it is important to take the time to wind yourself down first.

Here are a few ways to ways to relax your mind and unwind:

Journal

Journalling is simply the act of writing down your thoughts and feelings in order to understand them more clearly, or simply as a cathartic way to relax your mind. And if you struggle with stress, depression, or anxiety, keeping a journal can help you gain control of your emotions and improve your mental health.

If you’re not sure where to start when it comes to jouranlling, why not try a guided option such as The Reboot Workbook, which covers all aspects of your life – work, sex, relationships, health, career, finances – everything.

Included are 6 chapters full of creative and practical exercises that you can complete in your own time. There is no set length of time to complete this – you can take your time.

By the end you will know yourself better. You’ll be able to to make decisions about what to keep in your life and what to ditch. You’ll have more focus, clarity and a plan of how you start and stay on track.

Turn off your devices

In today’s digital age, most of us spend a good amount of time looking at devices during the day. It can be a very empowering self-care tactic to unplug at the end of the day and give yourself a break from those notifications.

Take a bath

It may sound like a cliche, but a nice hot bath is a brilliant way to not only gently ease tension out of your body, but also give you some much-needed down time without your phone, laptop or other people adding new stresses to your day.

To get the most out of your time you’re putting aside for yourself, think about your environment and how it affects your senses. Take particular notice of what you can smell, see and hear – and do what you can to manipulate your enviroment into a more relaxing one.

100% natural aromatherapy lifestyle brand, Scentered have some incredible products to help destress and relax, including a range of de-dtress candles and balms designed to help you remain calm and help you juggle more throughout your day.

Here are a few ways to relax your body

Meditation

Meditation is a powerful way to relax and reconnect to yourself. You can sit and meditate in silence or follow one of the many guided meditations available.

Aromatherapy

A relaxing essential oil can completely shift the space you are in as the power of scent is quite impactful. Lavender is a gorgeous and popular essential oil that is a go-to for stress, unwinding, and relaxation.  

Helping you switch off the day’s mental overload, Drowsy Sleep Co have developed a spray that is especially formulated to help you have a peaceful sleep. Working as a functional fragrance to mellow out stressed minds and slow the non-stop stream of sleep-interrupting thoughts, the Sleep Zen pillow spray is an effective and non-addictive solution for more peaceful sleep. Use to aid in the reduction of stress, anxiety and overthinking at bedtime.

Sip a relaxing tea

A hot herbal tea at the end of the day is a wonderful way to warm and soothe the body. Chamomile and peppermint tea are two of the best!

Stretch

Once you’ve unwound a bit, stretching or practicing Yoga can help you release any residual tension that you may have. You can stretch it out, take some deep breaths and settle into your body.

Get outside

There is something special about spending time outdoors. Whether you go for a walk or just enjoy some time in the fresh air, getting outside can be a mindful practice that helps you truly relax and reconnect to yourself and the world around you.

Whichever strategies you choose to help manage stress, getting enough sleep is one of the most crucial things to incorporate. Sleep is a powerful stress reducer, as it is a time when you calm and restore your body and energy. When stress is high, many find it difficult to sleep so be sure to practice stress management in order to release stress and sleep well!