1. Meditate

I have been practicing yoga for some time now but I still have a hard time doing meditation. I guess I just like the stretching and physical exertion involved with the poses and not the tranquility in meditation. Thankfully, I found this guide on meditation. The steps seem easy enough. I will definitely be trying this one of these days.

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2. Relax Your Muscles

This exercise will make you aware of the difference between muscle tension and relaxation. It will make you aware of what your body is like when it is stressed and how great it truly feels when you are relaxed. The great thing about this is that you can do it just about anywhere. You can do it in the office, in bed, while waiting for the bus, or just sitting in a bench somewhere.

3. Laugh

Laughter truly is the best medicine. There is nothing like laughing your troubles away to keep you from breaking down and losing it. It's probably a little bit strange to have a step-by-step guide on gaining a sense of humor but this is something that some of us can benefit from. I, for one, does not always find something funny in everything that goes on around me. This is why this guide on how to have a sense of humoris helpful.

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4. Pamper Yourself

A bath is a miracle. It can rejuvenate you in ways that you can never fully comprehend. This will require a little bit of work on your part but it is worth it. Follow this recipeand you will be on your way to draining your troubles away.

5. Write

Now this is one stress-reliever that truly works. Aside from yoga, writing has always been one of the things that help me relax. I just grab my laptop and type every idea in my mind, without worrying about who will read it or if it makes sense. This guide will help you get writing and feel lighter.

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