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WAHM Wellness & Organization Center > Health and Wellbeing > Stress Busters

5 Really Easy Daily Stress Busters

Working from home, running a family and not quite certain which end is up sometimes? You’re not alone. While being a work at home mom offers a tremendous amount of benefits it can also be extremely stressful at times.

A buildup of stress is like water in a pipe. You have to let it flow occasionally or it will build up and the pipe will bust. When stress is allowed to build up health issues can arise, your happiness can be affected, and your family and business can suffer.

Stress can lower your immune system. It can cause headaches and digestive issues. Stress affects the quality of sleep, mood, and even your eating habits. It also affects your productivity and ability to focus. Everyone reacts to stress differently and only you know when your pipes are about to burst. In order to keep that from happening here are five really easy stress busters you can fit into just about every day.

1. Get enough sleep. Yes, I know all the parents of small children are rolling their eyes and saying “yeah, right.” One of the benefits small children is naptime. Yes, naptime is probably one of your more productive times but if you’re missing out on sleep during the evening hours, consider sneaking a quick 20 minute nap while your child sleeps. Even if you cannot sneak a nap every day, make it a special treat, a luxury, and sneak a nap on Fridays.

2. Exercise. No, you don’t have to go out and run a marathon. A quick walk around the block, especially on the sunny days, can do a world of good for your spirits. It’s also great for your body because the vitamin D, from the sunshine, helps everything from your metabolism to your immune system.

3. Laugh. Some days, laughing is more difficult than others. Find a favorite radio program, humorous blog, call a friend, or even record your favorite funny television program and set aside time to watch it. If all else fails, eavesdrop on your children, they’re always good for a laugh.

4. Music. Music is a known stress buster. Music can calm the spirit, rejuvenate you, and even inspire creativity. Pick a favorite song that always puts you in a good mood or listen to the radio.

5. Establish a calming routine. For example, at the end of the day sneak away for a bubble bath or a hot shower with your favorite aromatherapy bath product. Drink a cup of your favorite decaffeinated tea. Spend ten minutes outside with your pets or alone watching the sun set. Meditate. Clean, yes clean. Cleaning is therapeutic for many people. It gives you the ability to focus on a single task.

While stress is a part of normal life, it doesn’t have to be a dominant part and it certainly doesn’t have to affect your health or happiness.