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Tricks to unload stress

2023-04-03 XI Jinhui

Stress is a normal biological process meant to protect your body. But in an increasingly overscheduled world where people are hustling and bustling here and there, stress has become somewhat of an epidemic that can cause real health issues. For college students especially, stress is a common feeling because they are stretched up so thin by the school tasks, internships and the constant anxiety for the future. To better manage the emotion and ensure you a good mood, here are some tricks.

1. Shift attention to the gorgeous view in the campus.

If you are anxious about something in your life, why don’t you put it aside for a second and go for a stroll around the campus? You can appreciate lotus along the Qizhen Lake; you can smell the fragrance of osmanthus flowers in the air; you can also enjoy the fascinating sunset on the Yangming Bridge. All of them can bring you big comfort and input you with fresh energy to tackle problems.

2. Exercise! Exercise! Exercise!

Exercise can prompt the brain to produce endorphins, some happy chemicals resisting the hormones produced from stress like cortisol. At the same time, exercise makes you healthy, from your heart to your digestive system, which can also offset the undesirable physical consequences that stem from excess stress. Therefore, if you are upset, it would be a good choice to do some exercise in the playground.

3. Hang out with friends.

Undoubtedly friendship is essential, for good friends can bring you a lot positive energy and support you when you are in need. So, the next time when you are enduring a hard time, ask your friends for help. Trust me, even a short conversation may help you a lot.