Living in the 21st century comes with stress, a career, a relationship, maybe children and then there’s finances, which causes a lot of Australians to get stressed. We struggle on, doing our best to put on a brave face and sometimes, we need a shoulder to cry on. Mental health is a rising problem here in Australia, and with that in mind, here are some great ideas to take away your stress and anxiety.
1. Massage therapy
The best health massage Nelson Bay has to offer is only a few clicks away; soothe your worries away with essential oils and a trained masseuse who knows their stuff. Natural healing massage has long been known to reduce stress and anxiety, sending your body into a healthy rhythm, leaving you feeling recharged and rejuvenated.
2. Yoga
This Eastern discipline has taken the Western world by storm; maintaining yoga poses develops you physically, mentally and spiritually. Invest in a yoga mat and some loose-fitting clothes and you can follow one of the many YouTube videos on yoga. You could hire a yoga instructor online and communicate using Zoom, or find a local yoga studio and enrol in a beginner’s class.
3. Take up a hobby
Spending a few hours a week doing what you love is a great tonic; it is easier to absorb the lows when you know you have free time to look forward to. It might be fishing or golf or just sitting at home reading a good book, whatever it is that you enjoy, make time for that and it will reduce stress. Bike riding is a great way to get fit and it is always enjoyable.
4. Seek mental health counselling
This can be done via Zoom and having someone to talk to can make a big difference. Experienced counselors can help you to identify the causes of stress, plus they can teach you how to maintain a positive outlook on life. This could be the start of a new you, work on yourself, develop talents and try to enjoy life. Start with a Google search; the Australian government has online counsellors and this service would typically be free to Australian nationals. Not every case of stress can be cured with pills, there are many natural remedies.
5. Change your diet
What we eat has a strong bearing on how we feel and if you are consuming too much processed food, this can have a negative impact on your mental and physical health. Eating a healthy, well-balanced diet might be all it takes to change how you feel about your life; intermittent fasting is said to be very beneficial, you can use Google to find articles about this.
Takeaway
Stress is one of the biggest killers in the Western world and here in Australia, many people suffer with their mental health and we hope that the tips in this blog help you to reduce stress and enjoy life more.
Amelia Hart, a psychology graduate from the University of Hertfordshire, has a keen interest in the fields of mental health, wellness, and lifestyle.
