We all know high school can be a tough time when it comes to
grades, friends, and other outside situations. But, do we truly know how to
properly handle it so it doesn’t lead to more stress? One way how I handle my
own stress is by the things that motivate me. A couple examples of ways of how
I calm my own nerves down are by putting in my ear buds and just listening to
my favorite music, picking up a pen and start journaling, being outside and
enjoying the beautiful mother nature, or even looking up inspiring quotes.
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Listening
to music can be a HUGE stress reliever. All you need is your phone and some
head phones and bam; crank up that volume so it’s the only thing you can hear.
All your outside distractions including any noises, stress, thoughts, or even
people, becomes invisible to you. After you plug those headphones into your
ears, the music becomes your best friend. One of my best friends once introduced
me to the song “Fix You” by Coldplay, and told me to really listen to how
powerful the lyrics were. If you are in need of a song that will truly lift if
you up, I would really recommend fully listening to the lyrics of that song
because they are just so powerful and so moving. Even still today, I get chills
(and sometimes tears) whenever I hear that song playing just because it has helped me overcome so much all thanks to my friend for introducing that song to me.
When it
comes to journaling, a lot of people take it for granted. I know for a fact
journaling really helps relax and calm the body from any stress. It doesn’t even
have to be like the whole “Dear Diary” entry; it can be whatever you want it to
be. It’s your own thoughts so let yourself be the author and have all the
control. If you want to write about the events that happened in that day, or if
you just want to make up a story; when it comes to journaling, nothing is
turned down!
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With
spring starting up pretty soon, the weather will be so much nicer. With the
weather being nicer, that means we can spend more time outside. If I’m having
kind of a crummy day, when I get home from school I’ll just go outside and
start hitting a tennis ball around. Not only am I getting fresh air, but I’m
also letting some of my anger/stress out through the tennis ball. It doesn’t have
to be a tennis ball, it can be any sport that helps you get your mind off
things. If you’re someone who doesn’t really play any sports, another good
thing to try is just taking a walk throughout your neighborhood. I think that’s
the best time to rethink things over and calm yourself down just because you’re
all alone.
Finally,
a quick and easy way of overcoming a tough day is by looking up quotes that
inspire you. The first thing I always look up are Disney Quotes. They have a
quote for basically all situations plus it’s always from a cute movie that we
just adore. But come on, no one can turn down Disney. You could look up lots
more of inspiring quotes just off of the internet. Or even, if you want them
everywhere you go, there are so many different Apps you could download on your
phone that lets you read hundreds of motivational quotes. Two of my favorites
are “It may be dark and stormy now, but the rain can’t last forever.” Or “After
every thunder storm comes an even bigger and more beautiful rainbow.”
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You
never realize how even the little things in life can motivate or help you get
rid of that big bag of stress on your shoulders that is weighing you down. I
challenge you when you are stressed out, that you just will take time out of
your day to do something that motivates you. Something very little like finding
a quote online that made you smile, can change your whole mood for the rest of
the day!
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