Unwinding

By Cody

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It can often be hard to wind down after a busy day, and you can often find yourself thinking about how busy that day at work or school was. But it is important to find a way to relax and unwind, so you’re refreshed and ready for the next day ahead. Otherwise, you may become run down or overwhelmed from how busy you’ve been. 

I find that relaxing after a busy day at work can be extremely difficult, and I find myself stressed about tomorrow. It’s only recently that I’ve been able to find ways to relax and forget about the stress of day-to-day life. Finding what helps me relax was more of a task than I thought it would be, and this may also be the case for you. There are many different ways to relax, and finding the right one for you can take time.
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• Meditating is a good way to reflect on the day and move on to a more relaxed environment at home. 
• Taking a bath or shower can help you relax your mind
• Chatting to your friends or relatives 
• Going for a walk (which is one of the more typical activities to relax for young adults) 
• Hobbies such as colouring or reading 
• Yoga or going to the gym

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I find that playing strategic video games helps me forget about everything else; distracting my mind is key to relaxing. Of course, other games help too, but particularly games that make me think. 

I also enjoy listening to meditation podcasts on Headspace and Calm. Following the guided reading, you can find yourself feeling very peaceful. So, I recommend giving it a try! You can also find free guided meditations on Spotify if you’re not able to buy them. 

If you’re struggling to find your way to unwind, try writing down old hobbies or interests that you used to enjoy and re-explore them. You might find that you simply lost time for them, but you do still enjoy those hobbies.
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So, if you find yourself feeling stressed or overwhelmed, remember that it’s important to take the time to simply relax.