About Stress Management: Summer Stress Relief Options

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Stress Management Stress Management Stress Causes Stress Effects How To Manage Stress From Elizabeth Scott, M.S., your Guide to Stress Management Now that it's summertime, there are more options for stress relief. Exercising outside, taking a vacation, meditating in nature...there are many great options. This newsletter brings you some great ideas to help you make the most of the season. Enjoy! --Elizabeth P.S. Of course, the computer is a great stress relief tool year round--you know this because you're using it for stress relief right now! If you want more resources and information and you haven't done so yet, I invite you to connect with us on Facebook and Twitter. Exercise Ideas For Summer As you may already know, exercise is a fantastic tool for stress relief. It can be difficult to get into the habit, however. Studies show that we stick with a workout habit more easily if we actually enjoy doing the activity. That's why I'm sharing some of the best stress relief exercise ideas that are not only enjoyable, but able to be experienced during the summer. Make one of these a habit this summer, and you may find it easier to keep up an exercise habit in the fall. Read more Search Related Topics:  exercise  stress relief  healthy habits Why You Might Want To Try Gardening This Summer Even if you're not someone who generally spends time gardening (or, perhaps, especially if you're not), gardening might be one of your best stress relief options for the summer. Why? Read on to learn about the stress management benefits of keeping plants alive outdoors. Read more Search Related Topics:  hobbies  landscaping  stress relievers Meditation: Get Started This Summer! Meditation is a powerful stress relief tool, and summer is a great time to begin a practice. Here's an article that explains some of the benefits of meditation, and provides you with a list of different meditation techniques to try. With the exception of the bath meditation, all of these can be practiced outside. (My favorite summer recommendation: the walking meditation!) Read more Search Related Topics:  meditation  meditation techniques  meditation for stress Need A Vacation? (Perhaps more than you think!) Vacations are an important part of enjoying life and staying relaxed and effective in your job and your life. Read why and how you could make this summer a restful one. Read more Related Searches Relief from Stress Stress Help Stress and Anxiety Causes of Stress Stress Managment Featured Articles What Type Of Personality Do You Have? Stress and Health Stress Relief Tips Positive Thinking for Stress Relief Free Personality Tests Stress Relief Resources   More from About.com Run Your First 5K Even couch potatoes can be ready for a 5K with just a couple months of training. Read more...> Help! I'm Too Busy Time and stress management tips to help you feel as though you have more time. Read more...> This newsletter is written by: Elizabeth Scott, M.S. Stress Management Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Stress Management newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2013 About.com   Ongoing Stress Relief Resources Facebook Page: About Stress Follow @About_Stress On Twitter What Type Of Personality Do You Have?   Follow me on: Advertisement