Are you always in a hurry? Always running around trying to get things done? Why not be in a hurry to relax? Here are a few things you can to in a hurry to relax. Use as many as you need to achieve the level of relaxation you need.

Walk away. If you can, just walk away from what is stressing you. If you have reached your boiling point, take a break from it. Come back and deal with it after you have had time to breath.

Breathe. Just stop and breathe. Take in a deep breath in through your nose and hold it for 5 seconds. Slowly exhale through your mouth. Wait 5 seconds and take another deep breath in. Repeat this 5 times. If it hasn’t helped after 5 times, do it again.

Pay attention. Take note of the things that stress you out. How many of those things can you do something about before they actually happen? Pay attention to how you deal with things. Many of our stresses are caused by how we react.

Listen to music. Put on some music that relaxes you. Not everyone relaxes to the same type of music so find something that works for you. As long as it relaxes you, don’t worry about whether or not anyone else likes it.

Go for a walk. Take a leisurely stroll around the block. Pay attention to all the sounds, smells and sights along the way. The purpose is to put your mind on something else. Breathe in the fresh air and enjoy the scenery.

Laugh out loud. Find something, anything, to laugh about. Even if you have to laugh at yourself or make up a silly joke, just laugh.

Sip some tea. Chamomile has been proven to relax the nerves. Any hot drink before bed can help you to relax so you can sleep a little better.

Scream. I am sure many reading this has been stressed to the point of just wanting to scream. Well, go ahead and scream. No one is stopping you. If it is going to make you feel better, go for it. It will instantly make you feel better and people will leave you alone for a while.

Break the routine. Do something different than you normally would. Take a different way to work. Eat something you don’t normally eat. Talk to someone you have never met. Just that simple little break in routine can make a difference in your day and maybe someone else’s.