How do you de-stress?

[Heavenly_Silk]

As we know there are different types of stresses. Some stress may be healthy as it kicks in to protect us in times of need and and gives us a sense of focus when we're about to take a test or deliver a presentation. It gives us that motivation we need to rise to the occassion and in times of emergency can actually save our lives.

Moreoever, there is also a type of stress that is harmful, it can cause mental, emotional and even physical pain, It can cause our body to overreact in certain situations which undoubtedly causes a range of psychological issues such a depression, anxiety and even physical problems such as IBS or weight fluctuation.

My question is, how do you de-stress and how do you identify your stress triggers? We all have times when our mind/body tells us its all getting overwhelming, so what do you do to cope in those situations?

I'll start.... so I make sure that i take time off work every now and especially if I have a lot happening (work, studies, family). I also love getting pampered (massages, facials etc) as I feel they help me to relax and I also exercise and meditate. Of course I find praying and listening to Quran really soothing as well. There are other things but I won't make the list too long, would like to hear from you guys!

[Miss Wonderful]

Working out and the using bath and body works products afterwards! Burning different oils, candles, incense sticks.............but omg bath and body works for sure! Their new honey apple crisp products is WOW !!!!!!!!!1

[Islandsandmirrors]

I like to talk about whatever is stressing me, and if I'm under high amounts of stress, I'll get a massage. 

[Brained]

There's a lot that I rely on to de-stress. One: by sleeping it out. A good night's sleep does wonders for me. Two: watching feel good movies. Three: listening to good happy music (or urdu nasheeds/manqabats). Four: spending good time with friends, away from worries.

[Hameedeh]

My problem is stress, but I don't really have a plan to do anything about it. I probably close my eyes and breathe deeply, don't talk to anyone, just relax. I think I could also spend some time watching the ocean waves in the pic at the top of the page. It's kind of soothing.