Tips for De-stressing Habits that help.

Today, I rarely have to suffer because I’ve learned how to manage my schedule and deal with the stress. However, I understand that there are others who are still trying to find tricks that work for them. So (hopefully), there are a few suggestions that can be taken away from the tips that I’ve put together to help stay stress-free.

Time Management

The key to de-stressing is organization. So, it’s time to stop procrastinating and head to the store to purchase a journal or a calendar that can be easily accessed throughout the day. You do not have to splurge and buy Lily Pulitzer, ban.do, or Target agendas to be successful. There are hundreds of printable options on Pinterest that are just as cute. Personally, I place sticky notes everywhere on my desk and all throughout my journal to stay organized. Literally, anything works! The important thing is that you have somewhere to catalog your thoughts and activities for each week. Whether you end up scheduling your activities by the hour, day, or week, focus on making a reliable system that is realistic to check off on.

Set Aside Time for Yourself

When you’re creating your schedule or list, make sure you put time aside for yourself to relax. As important as getting everything done is, it should not come at the risk of unhappiness. Don’t ignore your body’s need for a break, because it can hurt you later on. Drink water, take a nap, go out, or grab something to eat! Good mental, social, and physical health is vital to staying stress free and living a positive life.

Get Things Done Early and Set Goals

If possible, avoid procrastination by completing a task as soon as you get it. I understand how hard it is to put off watching your favorite Netflix series to do work, but the feeling of completion is worth it, especially when you have more time to watch TV and go out later. While you might feel like getting work done early hinders upon your free time, two possible solutions to think about are balance and multi-tasking. Finding a healthy balance comes back to time management and slotting in time for recreation and errands. If you struggle to balance your responsibilities, try to multitask. Are you someone who can watch Netflix and write a paper? Or do you need your undivided attention on the paper? Multitasking and finding a balance depends upon knowing yourself and what will be the most productive answer.

Know Your Limits

If you notice that you are in over your head, it’s okay to be selfish with your time and reject some tasks. Be assertive over what you can handle. You do not have to accept every assignment that is not a priority or necessary. However, if you decide to do so, give yourself ample time to complete the task or allow someone else to help out if they can. A part of growing up is knowing your limits and finding out what you can and cannot take.

Have a Sleep Schedule

Lastly, when all is said and done at the end of each day, you don’t need to overexert your body by staying up too late. As a night owl, I know how quickly time flies when you’re not paying attention to how late it gets. But, towards the middle of my second semester in college, I decided to change my sleeping habits. I started giving myself a bed time during the school week that allowed me to wake up easier and earlier in the morning to enjoy breakfast (Remember: The early bird gets the worm). Since then, I haven’t looked back and I wholeheartedly encourage others to try it as well.

Hi, I am LeBria!

I am a sophomore at the University of Georgia (Go Dawgs!) majoring in English with a minor in French. I hope to one day join the publishing industry. Until then, in between work and studying, I plan to write about everything that I find important and enjoy. Aside from writing and reading, I make time to feed my sugar addiction, keep up with the latest movies, go binge shopping, and make the most out of living in Athens.

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