17/07/2021
How do we stay sane in all the midst of all these anxiety-provoking developments happening in Lebanon?
It takes an effort.
1- Deep-breathing.
There's no excuse not to learn deep breathing, ever. It costs nothing. It requires no special equipment. And you can do it anywhere, any time. Deep breathing has a direct calming effect on the nervous system, so much so that it relaxes the muscles of artery walls and measurably lowers blood pressure.
2- Mild exercise.
What it does for the mind is distract you from an anxiety-provoking situation, increase your energy level and give you a sense of accomplishment.
3- Stay away from negative people !!
Negative people can affect your attitude, they make you depressed and take up your valuable time.
4- READ !
A 2009 study at the University of Sussex found that reading can reduce stress by up to 68%. It works better and faster than other relaxation methods , such as listening to music or drinking a hot cup of tea.
5- Music.
Music can uplift you, sadden you, put you in the mood for romance, pump you up, or calm you down.