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[font=Arial][size=3]The next time you feel the effects of too much stress, try some ofthe following ways to help you relax.[/size][/font]h)|y+V P|!fP8{9tx
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[font=Arial][size=3]1.[color=Green] Deep Breathing[/color].[/size][/font]]#R{/fo]1FV \
[font=Arial][size=3] While sitting, lying down, or standing, closeyour eyes and breathe in slowly. Let the breath out for a count of5-10 seconds. Take ten of these super-relaxers any time you feeltense.[/size][/font]
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[font=Arial][size=3]2. [color=Green]Stretching[/color].[/size][/font]
[font=Arial][size=3] Practice simple stretches such as the "neckstretch"described earlier.[/size][/font]G$lV0Nc/M
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[font=Arial][size=3]3. [color=Green]Exercise[/color].[/size][/font]'d2{UK"S/Td|-E
[font=Arial][size=3] All kinds of physical activity; hiking, running,bowling, walking, etc.; help to reduce stress.[/size][/font]
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[font=Arial][size=3]4.[color=SeaGreen] Take a bath[/color]. 8gv4j9L(u-~ tZn8NL
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[font=Arial][size=3]Ask household members to allow you at least 30minutes of uninterrupted time.[/size][/font]eg:Ye j8J
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[font=Arial][size=3]5. [color=Green]Get a massage[/color].
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[font=Arial][size=3]A massage is a wonderful way to get rid ofphysical tension. Professional masseuses generally take 30 minutes toan hour, and will work on specific areas of tension, such as lowerback or neck.[/size][/font]?*j8Lsi.h|3~E
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[font=Arial][size=3]6.[color=Green] Eat Well[/color]. Follow the nutrition tips for stress managementstated previously.[/size][/font]
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[color=RoyalBlue][font=Arial][size=3][b]Relax Your Emotions[/b][/size][/font][/color]
[font=Arial][size=3]Relaxing your emotions can be just as important as relaxing yourbody in relieving stress.[/size][/font]
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[font=Arial][size=3]1. [color=DarkOrchid]Talk.[/color]
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[font=Arial][size=3]Take the time to talk with a friend, mate or child.Express feelings you might have been holding in. Listen carefully toyour partner. Walking in a quiet neighborhood or park can limitdistractions.[/size][/font]&FWF*sZ
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[font=Arial][size=3]2. [color=DarkOrchid]Laugh[/color]. u*v1c&lbW
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[font=Arial][size=3]Go to a comedy club, see a funny movie, or spend timewith a funny friend.[/size][/font]7[ T}m/@H-|
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[font=Arial][size=3]3. [color=DarkOrchid]Cry[/color]. &N!PT'pO4[.M
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[font=Arial][size=3]Crying can be as good a release as laughing. If youhaven't cried in a long time, try listening to sad music, watching asad movie or writing about a sad experience.[/size][/font]i+UC4hV}MfZ
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[font=Arial][size=3]A good book is a great escape. Reading a tear-jerker orcomedy can help release pent-up emotions.[/size][/font]/]k%DS'ENz
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