Ways to Destress at work

Listen to music, talk to a friend, have an extra quiet cup of coffee. Just set the timer and chill for 5 minutes. Clear your mind and relax from the chaos.

Some make a list of what needs to be done in order to collect their thoughts, others said to make a list of things your grateful for. Reminding themselves they are working for a goal, and for people and things they love helps refocus your mind

Even if it is just standing at your desk and stretching, walking up and down stairs, or taking a walk around the building. Office yoga is a fantastic idea also!

Keep photos or happy mementos around your work space, reminding yourself of things you love.

Organize your space, and organize your life. Cleaning your workspace may provide you with a cleaner more open mind!

Take a few long breaths and release slowly. Allow your muscles and mind to relax.

Plug in, turn it up... even get up and dance! Listening to your favorite tunes makes you happy!

Open a window, or spend a few minutes outside. Close your eyes and feel the sun, breath in the air and let out your breath, and your stress along with it.

Call a calming friend and talk out your frustrations. Sometimes just saying it out loud allows you to move forward!

Pets lower heart rates, and are proven stress busters! Don't have one? Visit the humane society, or local pet store and take a few minutes to make a new friend!