Hello Friends 🙂 I did not want to wake up this morning and even pressed snooze – that NEVER happens! But, I finally dragged myself out of bed and did Jillian’s 30 Day Shred Level 1.
I mentioned challenging myself to the Shred before the marathon, but ended up stopping because my knee kept feeling achy. Well, now it’s back and I’m going to do it 3 times a week for the next 30 days. This goal is realistic and do-able, but still very challenging for me since I avoid strength training at all costs. I really want to focus on it for the next month. So, the challenge starts today!
After shredding I had 5 minutes to make breakfast and get on my way. A smoothie and english muffin combo fit the bill. I am in love with that pumpkin cream cheese. LOVE.
You know how to make pumpkin coffee even more pumpkin-y?
Put pumpkin pie spice in the grounds when you brew it!
It’s time for another giveaway courtesy of Subway’s Commit To Fit program. The company is encouraging people to decide how they “Commit to Fit”. You can participate on their FB page too (they have another contest you can enter over there). 
Lululemon Giveway! 
I am super excited to present this giveaway!
Up for grabs is a $50 gift card to Lululemon, Gaiam gym bag and a yoga mat.
I was actually in desperate need of a yoga mat because one time as I was pulling my old mat out of my car it got stuck under the seat and ripped 🙁
Now I have a brand new mat to accompany me on my Yoga once a week Commit to Fit Challenge that I made for myself. I feel more Zen already 🙂
To Enter: Leave a comment on this post telling me how you deal with stress. (It’s okay to say you have a crying fit if that’s the truth.)
Extra entry: Link back to this post and let me know you did.
Contest ends: Wednesday night at 7pm PST. I’ll announce the winner on Wednesday night’s post.
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When I’m stressed I love to go to yoga class, read a book, or snuggle up on the couch to watch a movie 🙂
scream!!! ok, not really, but blaring the music and singing/dancing at the top of my lungs makes me feel better while simultaneously giving my neighbors entertainment.
Call my mom or a friend!!
ahh i’m so glad i saw this just in time! when i’m stressed, i always find myself taking a lot of naps.. or eating a lot of cookies haha 🙂
RUN! It’s my therapy!
I’m always stressed so I have a ton of ways of dealing with it, but after a very stressful day I love to come home and take a long bath or shower, makes me feel so much better!
I curl up with my favorite silk fleece blanket and both of my puppies and eat grilled cheese sandwiches. Heck, no one is perfect!
The way I deal with stress in the moment is CRY! But at the end of a very stressful day I love nothing more than lighting 5 or 6 candles in the bathroom, and taking a long hot shower with the lights off. I lay in the bottom of the tub and close my eyes and listen to the water; not thinking about anything else. Such a cure-all!!!
I try to forget about whatever is stressing me for a little bit by watching a funny movie or reading a book. Usually when I come back to the problem, I also have developed a way to deal with it.
As much as I love running & do find that to be a stress reliever, the best way to relieve stress for me is clean. Something about bleaching and scrubbing down the entire kitchen or bathroom brings me a sense of order and control. 🙂
Stressed=desserts backwards. ; ) Usually though, I try to deal with it by weight lifting.
what an awesome giveaway…..when I’m feeling stressed out, I DANCE……. I luv modern dance =)
to de-stress i rock out to my favorite music and sing along!
I deal with stress by calling my mom and having a long chat.
Sleep! Then bake, bake, bake! And eat the batter:)
Great giveaway! I hug my two little girls for stress relief. It works!!
I hit the yoga mat or the pavement when I need stress relief! Sometimes though, a cheesy movie and time curled up on the couch definitely does the job!
I def blow off steam by running or exerting myself in a vigorous, physical manner. Stress has fueled some of my best runs! I always a feel a milli times better afterwards too!
When Im stressed I love run, meditate, and write in my journal.
Sometimes I have a crying fit. Other times I talk to my mom or my aunts. I am learning that it’s ok to ask for help when I am stressed so I have been exercising that privilege as well 🙂
I’d love to win! I usually deal with stress by running or working out, or just by talking to my fiance about it :).
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I love stress baking. Also, sampling sugary dough often puts me on a sugar high, which can lead to stress-ellipticizing, AKA rocking out on the elliptical while listening to bad pop music and reading magazines. Strange cycle, but it works, and I always come out of it feeling better.
A good cry, some cheesy TV and/or a hug from my boyfriend. A combination of the three usually works best
I go for a run, and if that doesn’t work I consult my friends Ben & Jerry…
My ultimate de-stress has different results every time: I disconnect, close my eyes, and listen to what my body’s telling me… depending on what it tells me, I could end up doing anything from having a glass of wine to going for a run to calling a friend on the phone to taking a power nap to eating a delicious bowl of fruit to kissing my cat to taking a shot of whiskey.
Self-indulgence in the purest form can be really healthy as long as you are really listening to what your body is telling you, and not feeling guilty about it!
I deal with stress by exercising or having wine with friends – two very different ends of the spectrum!!
I deal with stress by zoning out to music that expresses the way I feel at the moment.
Running usually works when I’m stressed but sometimes I just like to be outside enjoying nature
I eat some chocolate. Light some candels and go sit in a scalding hot shower for as long as I can stand it, or until teh hot water runs out. WOrks most everytime to relax or de stress me 🙂
My stress relief is cleaning.
Usually running…but sometimes a bit of crying!
Great giveaway! I deal with stress by cranking up my music and taking some deep breaths.
My yoga mat is disgusting because my cat used to use it as a scratching post. I just don’t get why cats use anything EXCEPT the scratching post we spend $50 on to scratch. Makes no sense. haha I definitely run or do yoga to relieve stress! Great giveaway! I hope I win!
I deal with stress mostly by running. It is the best way to clear your head. If I can’t run, I read.
i deal with my stress by swearing more. healthy? maybe not, but i generally feel better after dropping the f-bomb a few times.
I deal with stress by working out and spending time alone. I used to deal with stress by eating, so big improvement! Love your blog!
I de-stress with exercise + prayer. Thanks for the giveaway!
Depends on the stress, but chocolate heals all.
Well it depends on the level of my stress. A lot of times I run or clean (like a crazy angry woman!), but really sometimes a good cry does just as well 🙂 Thankfully that doesn’t happen too much though!
I alternate between making oodles of lists and crying fits. Occasionally I buckle down and get some stuff done. Occasionally I distract myself from stress by taking on other random, less important tasks, like deep cleaning the house.
I exercise! I also talk about it with my husband.
If I get really frustrated I vent to my mom or a friend. Then I go home and watch mindless TV for an hour to forget about whatever was bothering me. If I can occupy my mind with something else for a while, I calm down & move on.
I journal, run, practice yoga, but most of the time when i’m really stressed out i yell at the top of my lungs in my car while i’m driving. total stress reliever every time 🙂
bikram yoga, bubble baths and ‘thinking’ walks. i crank my itunes up and let my mind wander.
SHOP…
I like to take a bubble bath and read a romance novel!
There is nothing like a long hug/cuddle from my husband to de-stress me. If he’s not around I hit the gym and I always come back feeling refreshed.
I go for a run or make a list of what I need to do. If all else fails, ice cream makes everything better 🙂
What a great giveaway! I deal with stress by making lists and breaking tasks down.
My cure for stress is a good night’s sleep, some deep breathing, a good hard workout, and calling my friend who always cracks me up. Also, I try to do something nice for someone else to take my mind off myself.
I love your blog, thanks so much for writing!
I nice hot bubble bath always helps with de-stresing, especially when it is followed by a calming cup of tea. The perfect routine after a stressful day and before I go to bed.
I kick box and beat the old heavy bag
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I go running and listen to my stress reliever soundtrack. Then i clean the apartment and write down a list of what i have to do!
When I’m stressed I have a nice long talk with my mama, and then buy a new pair of shoes. Not the most budget-friendly method, but it works for me! 🙂
My favorite way to de-stress is to exercise, which is why Id LOVE to win this give away!!
Right now, since I’m in a routine and fairly motivated, I work out…cardio and core and sometimes even some lifting. When I’m unmotivated, I go home and watch mindless tv or a movie. I have definitely felt better working out versus the sitting. There is a time for everything!
I visit my sister. her kids always cheer me up:)
I de-stress by laying on the floor and putting dabs of lavender scented oils on my temples…then I let my puppy lick my ears 😉
I de-stress with a long workout, while listening to my favorite tunes!
Hey, I follow you on Twitter and finally found your blog…YAY!
When I am stressed I run…albeit slowly LOL. And if that fails, I get a pedicure.
Sometimes I like to read too, nothing helps me escape like a good book, with a great plot!!
some days, I go for a run. other days, I go for the cry 😉
How I deal with stress:
I run, eat, and then repeat.*
*maybe I watch some Real Housewives of DC
my favorite way to deal with stress is by curling up in a ball in bed (lol) and then calling either my sister or mom.
Works great!
I go for a run, clean my room and sleep. If that doesn’t work, I bake 🙂
I usually vent to a friend if I am really stressed out. If I’m alone, I try and get motivated to go for a run but usually I just grab a spoon and the ice cream container!
I spend time with my “family” when I’m stressed- my boyfriend, dog, and 2 cats. They always relax me!
I de-stress with yoga and deep breathing. Works every time!
Hi Monica! I linked to your giveaway in my post this morning. Have a great day!
http://livingwithhealthyhunger.com/2010/10/27/yoyo-yoga/
How I deal with stress: soetimes I run, sometimes I eat, sometimes I throw a temper tantrum, and sometimes I clean. It depends on the day. 🙂
I deal with stress by going into my woodshop and playing with power tools or vegging on the sofa with my wife.
It takes a lot to get me stressed – I have made it my “mantra” that I will not stress about anything that I can’t control (like being late because traffic is stopped due to an accident is something that I cannot predict or change). That being said, not stressing about uncontrollable things frees up more time to focus on things that I CAN control, keep them in control, so that I don’t get stressed.
However, it’s not a foolproof system and it’s inevitable that eventually SOMETHING is going to get me down! When this happens I find that doing something that occupies my mind like watching a movie, going to hot yoga or focusing on getting through a long run!
excercise helps, so does zoning out and watching tv!
Exercise of any kind helps when I feel stressed. Usually a walk/run will do it, otherwise the stress starts to get to me and make me cranky :/
well, i used to eat when i was stressed, now i drink. ha! seriously, i head out for a walk alone and try to breathe deep as i let my mind settle down. yoga is always good too!
I throw on one of my favourite shows (How I Met Your Mother usually does the trick) and veg out with some ice cream or pizza or something similarly terrible for me.
I’ve also found that going for a run is a good option, or just wandering down to the beach (if I’m lucky enough to live near one) and spend an hour or two just losing myself.
Stress…unfortunately I can say it sometimes drives me to eat. I do try to make other, healthier things my outlet. Lately I have found that running actually does help and I am trying to focus on that as a stress-buster. Otherwise, sometimes it really does help to just have a big cry!
Also, I’ve posted back to this entry at http://www.fallonshealthylife.com/?p=233 . So thanks for this very cool opportunity. 🙂
My biggest stress reliever is talking to my mom or husband. They always have great advice and are always there to listen. My next stress reliever is running, it feels so good to have time to myself to think and de-compress or going for a long walk works well too 🙂
I try to beat stress by rubbing my dog’s belly, running (especially trails), and sometimes by eating a bag of peanut butter m&ms.
I have a good cry, eat some chocolate, and go to sleep.
I run. And play with my pup!
I deal with stress by drinking. Just kidding! Usually when I am stressed out, going for a walk or just sitting on the front porch in the fresh air helps, but the biggest stress reliever for me is hugging my son!
I bake when I’m stressed, which can be good….but dangerous 🙂
i run, do pushups, or just cry. 😉
By taking a long walk alone
I deal with stress in many different ways. I try and cope each day by running or doing yoga, but at night, when stress hits, I often put on my pajamas (even if its 7 o’clock in the evening) and fix myself a snack (or two) and watch mindless television or call my mom who will always graciously listen to my rants. When I’m home, I cuddle with my kitten too. She’s a pretty good listener as well.
Stress is always something that needs to be combatted with an “attack from all sides” approach. In no particular order: talk out my stresses with my husband, exercise, a nap (I find I stress about things less when I am well rested), a glass of wine 🙂
I look forward to retreating this. 🙂
I linked to your giveaway on my blog:
http://raeisravenous.blogspot.com/2010/10/bye-bye-pool-therapy-hello-to-more-yoga.html
I heart Yoga!!
I deal with stress by eating chocolate cake! Just kidding. Well maybe a couple times. But the most effective way I deal with stress is deep breathing. If I take deep breaths in through my nose and out my mouth the stress level decreases immediately.
I go for a really fast run or I listen to music really loudly and bake/eat chocolate chip cookies.
I run or dance to relieve stress, or sometimes if I’m moody-stressed, I’ll just make tea and listen to Iron & Wine.
I ( try to) deal with stress by breathing and keeping everything in the perspective ( seeing the forest among the trees). Since I’m in grad school stress is an everyday occurrence for me, so I also try to combat it by making time to work out and go to yoga, getting enough sleep, eating healthy foods and keeping organized by scheduling my entire life. When these things fail, I give in and let myself have a good cry and/or call my bf!
I (try to) deal with stress by exercising but that doesn’t always work and I am up half the night worrying about things I can’t fix! Surprisingly I don’t eat when I’m stressed although I eat for every other emotion. Sad? Happy? In love? Gimme some chocolate!
When I’m stressed, I either go for a run or brew up some jasmine tea. But sometimes, I really do just want to cry! 🙂
Not gonna lie, when I stress sometimes I want nothing more than a bag of chips! But usually, I run for as long as I can, then eat the chips. I’m really working on forgetting the chips part.
I linked (tweet tweet)!
I run to de-stress!
Hmm, I usually stress eat. Which isn’t a good thing, but it’s the truth. I also walk on the beach (living in Santa Barbara helps), or sing.
When I am stressed out I pick a book. It always helps to escape for some time. Everything seems easier afterwards… And then I make a list! Nothing helps me feel like I am making some progress more than a crossed out list 🙂
I become even more type-A than I already am. I make lists of everything, I start cooking meals in advance like I’m preparing for a national disaster and I get even more strict with fitting in my workouts (NEED natural endorphins)… I also call my mom and usually end up crying because I’m trying to control things that I just can’t control 🙂 oooh life… it gets me every time…
when i’m stressed i re-evaluate. sometimes i need to not focus on something that isn’t a priority, and other times i realize it’s not that big of a deal, or that i have time to go to a yoga class/ go for a run, which helps with stress, too. 🙂
my mom has always told me to take a warm shower and drink some tea. she also told me it’s okay to cry, because it gets the sad out. and i hecka live by her suggestions!
When I’m stressed, I either take a long walk on a cold day and/or an extra hot shower 😀
when i’m stressed i watch Friends, SNL, Jimmy Kimmel, or something that will make me laugh and forget about everything else going on (it always works). i love comedy!
I usually let stress build up and avoid thinking about it. Then I have a good cry over it. And get to work. Probably not the best strategy. But oh well.
Eating ice cream, processing thru why i am stressed with my hubby and then realizing stress doesnt solve anything!
Stress…I just went through a round of midterms. I pounded out my stress on the treadmill at my college gym…love gyms open 24/7! (Most of these runs occurred around 10 or 11 at night…mainly when my brain turns to mush and stops absorbing information). If that doesn’t solve it, microwaved popcorn always does the trick, with embarrassing amounts of diet coke too.
If I’m at home, I deal in one of two ways: I either go to the gym, or make chocolate chip cookies 🙂 Running and baking both help take my mind off of things, but somehow I work through the stress and frustration while not even thinking about the issue. If I’m at work, I take a break from whatever I’m doing and read blogs. That wasn’t a suck up answer, but I actually do!
I listen to relaxing music on my ipod and just close my eyes for a few seconds.
I linked back the giveaway in my vegan cornbread post!
http://fallonscucina.blogspot.com/2010/10/vegan-skillet-cornbread.html
I deal with stress by actually taking a break from whatever I am doing that is making me stressful and go read food blogs.
When I deal with stress I like to be on my own. I rather not be bothered by anyone. Staying home, cleaning the house, relaxing, watching tv and cooking/ baking help me get over stress. I guess by secluding myself from the world for a few hours is what works best for me!
When I get stressed I go on a longgg walk. Just taking that break and getting my body moving helps.
I am HORRIBLE with stress. I have been known to break down in tears in stressful situations, but usually when I am stressed I like to work it out in the gym!! 🙂
When I’m stressed, I take my bike out for a loooooooong ride! Always helps. Or I take a bubble bath and curl up with a good book. 🙂
When I’m stressed, I’ve found the best way for me to handle it is brew some coffee, pick up the phone, and call my best friend since kindgergartedn( yes since 5 freakin k). She knows me so well and can talk me through anything. Then I usually take a nice walk to let out some steam!
I like to pet the dog or take her out for a walk. It always changes my mood!!
When I’m stressed, I need someone to talk with about whatever is bothering me.
I’ve always been a crier when things get really stressful! But the past year or so I’ve tried to help relieve some of the stress before it got to that point. I love to just take a 20 minutes to read a book for fun. (I also think exercise is a GREAT stress reliever!!)
A friend of mine never makes a pot of coffee without cinnamon in the grounds! So delicious!
I love hitting the heavy bag to relieve stress – it’s especially good if you grunt when you’re punching.
My second favorite option is a hot bath with a good magazine and a locked door.
I go for a walk or curl up with a book when I’m stressed out. Jammin out to some hard rock is optional 🙂
When I get stressed I go to the grocery store and find the ingredients for whichever current recipe I’m trying to make or recreate. Then I’ll either go home and make it (and share it with people who aren’t stressing me out!) or plan on a time to make it later in the week. It’s a bonus if it’s a farmer’s market day and I can shop there!
First of all, love the idea to put pumpkin pie spice in your coffee grounds! Genius!!
Secondly, I LOVE this giveaway! When I’m really stressed I usually try to relieve it by going for a hard run. But sometimes I never get out the door — instead I pick up the phone and call my Mom or boyfriend for a good venting/crying session.
Running or chocolate!!!!
I am terrible at handling stress!! I get so grouchy !!:( Yoga use to help a lot and for some reason I quit going..? I really should start again, as Im so stressed lately and the boyfriend would prob love a break from the grump I have been 😉
Love the pumpkin pie spice tip!!!!
I take a lot of deep breaths. I deal with stress by trying to avoid it. I’m not good with stress at all.
what a great giveaway!!
i think exercise is the best way to deal with stress & actually feel better… but wine tastes so much better;) Venting usually helps as well-and usually helps put things in perspective!
when i’m stressed i workout or eat or sleep with my ex boyfriend…too honest? ooops
I deal with stress in lots of way — walking, especially, clears my head. I also sketch, just letting my pen wander on the page. Yay for giveaways!
I go running. Or cry.
Winning amazing giveaways really eases my stress!
I also deal with it by talking A LOT, especially to my dog. She’s the best listener. A good run always keeps me level-headed, too.
When I’m stressed I take a nice, long bubble bath. After a nice, long run.
I like to destress with cooking—nothing melts the stress away like chopping up veggies!
I linked this back to my blog
I work as a school counselor at an elementary school, which can be a SUPER stressful job! The best medicine for beating stress is to go pop in and spend some time in a Kindergarten class. Their hugs (and perhaps a spot on the floor for some naptime!) is always the best medicine! :o)
I deal with stress by calling my dad. Seriously, he puts things in perspective for me and always makes me feel better!
My favorite way to deal with stress is by kickboxing! So much fun!
My favorite way to deal with stress is by spinning. So much fun and it can be as hard as you want it to be!
This is pretty much the best giveaway ever. I deal with stress by running. Totally clears my head.
I run to escape it all. I’m about to do a marathon so think that says something about my stress level ;).
What a great give-away! My favorite way to de-stress after a really busy few weeks is to go to my parents’ cabin. It’s nowhere fancy, but there’s no internet and nothing much to do up there, so I can just relax!
To destress, I read a new magazine, book or bake. Although, if I’m stressed and I bake, I have to make sure I have someone to share the goodies with since I tend to be a stress eater! 🙂
Currently, I don’t deal with stress well at all – I usually vent to my loved ones and cry a little. I need to get back into my working out grrove because I think that will help a lot!!
P.S. the Pumpkin spice trick is genius!!
Depending on what kind of stress it is, I either go for a run or walk or sit down with a book and a cup of tea. Or get mad at my boyfriend for no reason (But I try to avoid that one).
Linked to your giveaway on my blog!
What a great giveaway!
My destresser is to vent to friends! I’m sure they don’t appreciate it {haha}, but I’m an expressive person!
I deal with stress by making sure I am getting all my workouts in. If I am not working out like I should, I am CRANKY!!
Honestly, when I am stressed I feel like I need something in my mouth…so I have an obsession with hard candies and gum. But I try to manage my stress with hot yoga. I love how amazing I feel after class.
I run, bake, and shop! Lately I’ve noticed that my knee is hurting from all the running, my bank account is getting really low, and an entire pie and batch of cookies are sitting in the kitchen. Stress much?
I eat. Oh well!!
Web surfing. I can tune out and spend hours on the internet if you’d let me!
Junk food…I wish I had a “better” response!
I run with a friend or indulge in retail therapy 🙂
Eat? haha.. im a work in progress
What a great giveaway! My go to de-stress activity is running!
I’d love to win! My stress releases are a good workout, singing along to pop songs on the radio, having a good cup of coffee or glass of red wine, taking a walk by the beach, and cooking a healthy dinner to enjoy at home 🙂
Unfortunately I usually turn to chocolate – but I’m trying to turn to yoga instead!
Is chocolate an acceptable response!??!
I deal with stress by napping and taking hot showers. Seems to work for me; and as a full time nursing student, working part-time and managing a household…I have a lot of stress!
Shots! LoL, no just kidding. (kind of 😉 I usually find that working out is the best combat of stress. But if the stress is too much and causing me to become physically exhausted and not just mentally, I turn to sleep. I always feel better after a good night’s rest and waking up to a fresh start.
running, yoga and baking are all great stress relievers for me. or any kind of really intense but sort of mindless busy work.
Sadly, I wish I could say yoga or running all the time, but I will admit that sometimes I use food to comfort me in times of stress but it’s something to work on!
hmm… stress? i veg in front of the tv… or get an US Weekly fix. Totally not a good answer, but definitely points to my procrastination.
I always try to light some scented candles – makes me relax but doesn’t take away time from homework. A student’s gotta do, what a student’s gotta do. There may be a few crying spells here and there too 🙂
Wow this giveaway is the bomb.
I am horrendous at dealing with stress, basically the only way I can fix it is to 1) fix everything that is bothering me, ie. clean the house, talk to the people that are bothering me and resolve, let go of a responsibility if it is truly too much, or 2) whine at my boyfriend who is pretty much the most levelheaded person on the planet, and he usually assures me I’m overreacting.
🙂
I love this Commit to Fit!!!!!!! When I get stressed out I usually take my dog to the park and throw a ball. She likes to run after it and I get to hurl an object without getting in trouble 🙂
Other stress relievers include going for a run, Bikram yoga, talking to my husband, and/or writing how I feel down.
I’d love to win! I’m trying to get my Anusara yoga groove on again! This would be a great motivator!
I vent to my boyfriend and (sometimes) run. Now that I think about I don’t handle stress well at all!
I ready trashy (celebrity) magazines and give myself a pedicure to relax and reduce stress!
Go shopping!!!
I have a little crying fit (I’m preggo so it happens) and then I get work out time in. Sometimes a long walk is enough to bring me back to earth.
To deal with stress I put in a music, crank it up, and clean. I dont know why it helps me but by the time im done sorting out things, rearranging things and scrubbing things clean I always feel better.
I call my mom or go for a run to deal with stress. I also find that sleeping helps – everything seems a little more manageable once I’m refreshed.
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I deal with stress by trying to work out a solution in my head or by going for a walk/working out to decompress and improve my mood.
I exercise, cry, and bake! Oh, and I eat ice cream. The model of good health!
I try to go to the gym, but ice cream is usually my first option – not healthy, just honest
I deal with stress by making myself stop, take a few deep breaths to get my breathing nice and calm and then I tell myself that whatever it is isn’t a big deal and that stressing about it won’t help me at all. I know it doesn’t solve whatever problem I’m facing, but it puts me in a better frame of mind to be able to start to fix the problem!
For me, it’s cooking – specifically chopping vegetables! I get into my groove and find that calm place 🙂
I deal with stress by running. When I was in PT school, running wasn’t enough and I’d break down and cry when the stress got to be too much, but I haven’t had that happen since I graduated! Ahh, the sweet relief of being done with school… When I was in college, I did yoga. I even signed up to take it as a class so I didn’t have any excuse. It worked like a charm and now I’m addicted!
I also linked to the blog through my twitter account @meganroxanne! My profile is private, but I always add real people, especially runners. Woohoo!
I deal with my stress by running, the feeling of not being able to breathe, being all sweaty, all the good,gross things about running lessen my stress 🙂
I deal with stress by giving myself a night to do hand out and relax. I sit around in my bum clothes, watch movies, eat pizza, etc. It’s great. The next day I feel so much less stress!
I deal with stress by exercising regularly and laughing! I am a teacher, and although my students can often be a source of stress, the laughter they bring into my day is also the best medicine. It’s so important to sometimes step back and realize that the thing stressing me out is just a small thing in the grand scheme of life.
Oh man.. I bake to get rid of stress. Then I run to get rid of the stress of eating everything I baked. 🙂
deep breathing and exercise are my stress busters!
Running clears my head…it’s great “me” time!!
Running, yoga, spinning, a good book, shopping, staying hydrated, and plenty of sleep! 🙂
I deal with stress by eating unfortunately :/ It’s something I’ve been working on for a long time and hope to get a handle on soon. I know there are a lot of better ways to deal with stress and I am going to get better at handling it in a more productive way.
I deal with stress by running…and sometimes drinking 🙂
I deal w. stress by PRAYING!! it helps me so much!
When I am under a lot of stress, I make lists and decide what needs to be done right NOW, and what can wait. I do those things, and then make time to RELAX and VEG. I find that I preform the tasks better when I split them up.
This is such a good giveaway!!
I deal with stress by writing to-do lists. Either that or exercise. I find that a good sweat session can relieve a lot of anxiety for me.
Sure, I exercise to relieve stress, but when the whole world is wrong and I don’t know what to do… I sing! It’s so incredibly cathartic to get loud, get emotional, and sing a song (for me, mostly show tunes… dork!) that encompasses my feelings. If you haven’t yet, you should try it!
I shop at Lululemon… which temporarily reduces the stress by helping me feel cute and motivating me to get out and move. Then I look at my bank account, and the stress comes back. What a terribly cruel cycle! 🙂 It all balances out in the end, I suppose.
I usually go for a walk to get some air and release some tension, after that I have herbal tea and think about things that I have to look forward to.
Running is definitely the best stress reliever for me! If that fails, wine, yoga, and/or a good talk with my mom will often do the trick.
I honestly don’t deal with stress well, but I am trying. I am going to start doing yoga and learning to meditate. I am a work in progress right now.
I try to deal with stress the healthy way by exercising but I do end up eating or drinking my stress away sometimes in all honesty !
First of all, I LOVE lululemon so I’m super excited for this giveaway. Plus, I just went to my first yoga class last night so a yoga mat would be perfect right now.
To deal with stress, I usually hang out with my fiancee because he never seems stressed! Or I eat dessert 🙂
I’ve only been running since the end of last winter, but I’m slowly convincing myself how wonderful it is as a stress reliever… my other favorite is a glass (or three…) of wine, or of course a good cry!
i like to cook to deal with stress…not always eat it, though, which is a good thing.
I go for a nice, long run. Because only AFTER a long sweaty run have I earned the glass (or two) of wine that will result in the ultimate stress relief.
To say I do not deal with stress well is probably an understatement. I usually just shut down and go a little crazy for awhile. But I am learning to exercise out some of that stress which is helping greatly.
sometimes i have a little crying fit, other times i work out, or talk about it. one of my favorite quickie de-stressers is a couple minute of perusing cuteoverload.com…………NO SHAME. 😀
baking, baking, making a mess in the kitchen, baking! 🙂
I usually just take my me-time and spend it however I want to. Most of the time I run, read chicklit (really helps! :D) or watch tv series.
I am not great at dealing with stress, sometimes I get mad at someone who doesn’t deserve it (namely my sister or mom!). But when I realize I am stressed I usually tackle smaller things, cleaning etc, to feel productive but take a break! It’s a break because I always watch tv while i clean!
2 glasses of wine or a margarita does the trick!
I go to Whole Foods! I don’t even have to buy anything (although, let’s be honest, I almost always do…), I just love being there and browsing through all their drool-worthy products! Something about the place relaxes me. You know how in Breakfast at Tiffany’s Holly Golightly says that nothing bad could ever happen at Tiffany’s? Well, that’s how I feel about Whole Foods. 🙂
I still haven’t quite figured out how to handle my stress, but crying usually helps! 🙂
well if we’re being honest I don’t deal well with stress 🙁 I tend cope with it by thinking through my situation alone and then seek out resources for solutions to my stress. I don’t over react or cry I just need a little alone time. When the weather commits I talk long walks to just breath…i think that is the best coping mechanism…just to breath and know things will be ok 🙂
I am a long time reader, but not a frequent commenter…I deal with stress either by running or some other kind of exercise…or by crying (hadn’t done that in a while until last week)
i try to run when i’m stressed… although sometimes i still have the occasional melt-down 🙂
I run when I am stressed, either really long or really fast. The funny thing is, I can tell I am stressed out when I have the sudden urge to clean and organize everything (which is saying something since I am a very clean and tidy person).
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I go running and I do yoga for my stress. I have always had high blood pressure from my stress,even as a teenager.I try to keep my weigth to a normal level and try to get plenty of exercise
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I make a list of all my stressors to get them out of my head and into a place I can do something about them. Then I take a break and have a sweaty workout session.
To deal with stress, I break out my ipod and sneakers, and I go on long walks and just breather and take in the fresh air. This clears my head and I always feel a million times better afterwards.
I deal with stress by exercising…running and yoga work wonders during stressful times!
I love to bake with my mom to reduce stress. I grew up making banana breads and chocolate chips cookies all the time and it just reminds me of great times!
I deal with stress with chocolate. Sometimes wine too.
I really like to bake something that I can give away. There’s something about seeing smiles on other peoples faces that makes me feel better. And..sometimes, I might eat part of the goodie too!
Normally, I clean (my room is impeccable around exam time), or eat something roasted and warm (squash! so comforting), or go for a long run, if I have time. Mentally and emotionally, I ALWAYS feel better after a run!
I deal with stress by calling my sister. She gives me the best, most meaningful advice.
A Run! And usually a lot of M&Ms:)
I want to get back into more strength training, too.
Relating to that, the way I deal with stress is RUNNING!! (Or a glass of Merlot and snuggles with the Husband 😀 )
I’m in grad school right now, so I have that ‘dealing with stress’ thing down to a T! I usually try and go for a walk outside, but let’s be honest- sometimes the only cure is good ole’ ice cream!
The best way for me to deal with stress is to go for a nice solo, outdoor run. No watch, no music. Just me and my running shoes!
To handle and relieve stree I usually go for a run or a long drive. I’ve recently started taking karate a few nights a week which not only helps with cross-training, it’s a great stress reliever! I literally kick and punch everything out!
To relieve stress I normally call my mom (sometimes crying is involved if it’s that bad) to vent. She’s a wise woman and always gives me a fresh perspective, which never fails to make me feel better!
I deal with stress by working out at the gym and doing yoga once a week. I’ve found that through exercise I can release a lot of pent up frustration and I often leave feeling refreshed. Yoga helps me calm my mind…which I definitely need!!
I actually eat a lot when I’m stressed. Not so good. But I do love a good workout – that seems to help!!
I gotta step back, breathe, and say a quick prayer whenever I feel overwhelmed by stress. Taking some “me time” each day really helps!
i go watch trashy tv to get my mind off whatevers stressing me. chocolate doesnt hurt either.
I cry, yell and then make a to-do/goal list. After that I take some deep breaths and get to work. It usually works!
This is an awesome giveaway! Hope I win.
Diet coke! But that’s sort of how I deal with everything 😀
haha great answer
I deal with stress by calling my mom. She always has the best advice!
I make lists – helps me get my thoughts organized and then it feels so good to cross the items off once they are done. Also, I eat chocolate. Too much chocolate.
Stress is hard at times there is nothing better that crying even if you do not know why you are crying. Normally I a work out is the best way for me, that and a journal entry where I get all the crap that I am thinking about onto a page of paper. It feels so much better just to write it down somewhere.
“How do you deal with stress?
“Badly”
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Kinda. I try to handle it best I can, usually as long as I get my runs in in the morning before anything else I feel I can handle the rest of my day. Usually I just try to think things through. However if it’s something that is out of my hands or involeves waiting I’ll usually go on a walk or lift weights or do yoga (sometimes all three) I’ll call my mom to vent to her. Writing helps to. Just letting out the frusturation (my usual reaction to stress) I just need to get my self to focus on something other than what is stressing me when thinking about something that is out of my control does me no good. (reminding myself of that also helps)
Running of course always helps, but in order to combat stress I LOVE going out and swinging in my hammock with some music….and if its been a REALLY tough day a small serving of red wine.
I also love to just drive out to the trails and walk around without any music…just going out and being one with nature.
Hi Monica! I deal with stress by being as cranky as possible to everyone around me. AND I deal with stress by cutting up a watermelon, usually consuming half of the watermelon in stress-eat mode. This, effectually, contributes to cranky stress bloat.
A nice bath, good book and an early night is what I crave when I’m stressed! 🙂
I take a long hot shower to clear my mind.
I tweeted your giveaway as well 🙂
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Kickboxing. hands down best way to “punch” someone in the face without actually doing it…and a great upper body workout, too!!
I like to close my eyes and take deep breaths! If I am really stressed … working out always takes care of that extra anxiety and helps clear my head!
I would love to win this!!! I usually pray, run, cry and drink martinis.
If I have the chance I run to ease my stress. If I can’t run I try to direct my attention to less stressful things in my life and come back to the stressors when I can think more clearly.
yoga! and running!
When I’m stressed I eat sweets, have a cup of tea and call my mom!
I do yoga or snuggle with my dog…..thanks for a great giveaway!
I deal with stress by walking away from the stressful situation, whether that means literally going for a walk or just shutting down my computer and unplugging.
Oh, and adding spice to coffee grounds is my favorite trick. Cinnamon is crucial!
I deal best with stress by hitting up one of my awesome friends for a glass of wine and some good laughs. There’s nothing like good company to help you get things in perspective.
I try to go for a run or a power walk when I’m stressed, as the fresh air really helps clear my head.
I try to take a deep breath! Taking a walk outside and snuggling with my dog and husband help too!
My way of dealing with stress is isolating myself in a quiet room and meditate. Just a few minutes and it makes a whole lot of difference. I de-stress so quickly 🙂
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I actually do cry, or punch a punching bag/yoga/run the hell out of myself
I tweeted about your giveaway 🙂
If I’m being *good*, I go for a run. But sometimes, I eat a big peanut butter cookie instead!
I deal with stress by talking it out, working out, or writing about the issue to sort it out. All of these outlets have helped me. I can’t keep things bottled up or it drives me nuts!
1. Healthy – cleaning
2. Unhealthy- binge eating carbs…bread, cereal, whatever.
I love to run or do something for myself…like going to get a pedicure or just walking outside to take some pictures. I think in stressful times we tend to forget about ourselves.
Learning how to deal with stress and anxiety has always been a big deal in my life. I have suffered from severe anxiety disorder since 7th grade. Meditation, medicine, breathing techniques did nothing to calm me down. My mom has always been really into health and fitness so i grew up being very active in one way or another. I really started hitting the gym HARD in the beginning of high school and managed to find the ultimate release….cardio…lots and lots of cardio. I lost 80 pounds and gained confidence and strength!!!
Unfortunately, I became too addicted with the powerful endorphin release and suffered from an eating disorder for a couple of years that I still feel struggle with at times.
The most important thing i realized is that stress will always be there…and overdoing it with exercising, i.e. taking no rest days, is not the solution.
The reason I mention this is because your blog, along with other members of this blog health community have allowed me to realize that all is not lost if I allow myself a rest day…and it’s OK to eat that brownie and not kill myself the next day on the treadmill.
I have become less obsessed/STRESSED about the number on the treadmill and more aware of my body’s need 🙂
Chocolate, chocolate, and then maybe a little more chocolate
i deal with stress by having a glass of wine with friends, or going for a run, or just zoning out and watching tv.
Either straight for chocolate or out the door with my running shoes. Sometimes both. :-p
I deal with stress through exercise and watching mindless tv. It is very helpful for me to zone out and force myself to relax!
I love to run to get my mind off things when I’m stressed. Honestly, I can NOT think about anything other then my breathing while I’m running, which is a god-send sometimes.
Salted dark chocolate is plan B 🙂
Stopping what I’m doing and focusing on the present moment… not the cause of the stress or its implications, not the past, not the future, not even what I think I need to do to fix it… just focusing completely the present moment will snap me out of whatever stressed-out spin I’m in and give me a chance to get some perspective. Oh, and chocolate helps too.
I try really hard to avoid stress in my life because it wreaks such havoc on my body and mind, but when it does make its way in I usually go for a run or a tough class at the gym so I can’t focus on anything other than my body. I also love to do some retail therapy, although that sometimes brings on more stress when I see the credit card bill!
I usually email my dad in a rant… somehow typing it all out really helps me focus on what’s stressing me out and realize that more often than not I am stressing myself out more than I need to be.
I’m sure most people do this but I have recently found myself eating when I’m stressed. Thankfully I have finally become aware of this, but unfortunately I havent stopped myself from it 🙁 fail. I know that I should be going on a walk, which sometimes I do take it out on the gym, but initally I flock to chocolate.
To be honest, my first instinct is to eat. I’m trying to work on that, so perhaps doing yoga would be beneficial for me.
Deal with stress? Honestly, I am hardly ever stressed. Like to live by these mottos
Life is Good
It is what it is
There are no problems, only situations
Don’t worry, be happy *wink*
To deal with stress I work out or just go for a walk if the thought of working out is too exhausting. I also cook or bake!
top 5 ways I handle stress:
1. vent to best blend, and ROA, Julie
2. glass o-vino
3. runnnnnnnnn (although, with sprained ankle this is difficult)
4. write.
5. yoga. if by yoga i mean corpse pose in my bed in a nap-like fashion.
omg! awesome giveaway! i deal with stress by taking a break to go shopping…it’s terrible on my wallet! lol.
My biggest stress killer is COOKING. I love it! Its a great way for me to forget about my surroundings, and focus on the food… YUM
I deal with stress by running or by hugging my fiancee.
Running a super hard workout alwyas helps me w/ stress. Last week I went WAY faster than the “half marathon pace” my track club coach instructed us to run and I felt much much better afterwards!!
I am trying to change the ways I cope with stress. I am a big time stress eater and since I work from home and my job is extremely stressful, it’s a….PROBLEM. My new method of dealing with stress is to make a to do list and just start tackling it. If it gets really bad, I take a break and go visit with my dog and get a couple of kisses. My favorite stress relief is playing tennis or cycling but this time of year I am relying on spin class. Which seems to be working well.
Long time lurker..love your blog. Thanks for being real.
Awesome giveaway 🙂 I deal with stress by a) crying & freaking out about it b) chilling out & dealing. (Perhaps that’s not the best strategy….thank goodness I don’t get stressed tooooo often;))
Wow! That’s a nice giveaway. I deal with stress initially by trying to distract myself with anything – laundry, reading blogs, going to the gym. Anything to keep me busy. Then, I really get over stress when I take a few moments to sit and breathe (and pray).
Running and baking are my favorite stress relievers. Oh yes, and all cities of Real Housewives. 🙂
I wish I handled stress better, but generally any freak out I have involves a lot of pacing along with a bit of nail chewing and ends with a trip to the pb jar or to the freezer for ice cream eaten straight from the carton.
I THINK MY MIDDLE NAME IS STRESS!! When I don’t have stress in my life, I am not sure what to do with myself and will usually seek another project/activity to make myself stressed! LOL!
A hot bath will alleviate some stress, or a great run!!!
I wish I could say I respond to stress healthily, but … keep me away from snack foods. Talking it out also helps.
I go in my room lay on my back and breathe. 10 slooooooooooooooow loooooooooooooong breaths.
I have two ways of dealing with stress the (old way) which I still occasionally default to involves searching my pantry for my ‘hidden’ chocolate stash and then having a handful (or 3)
The (new way) the way I try to use to maintain my sanity and thinner figure is exercise. Hopping on the treadmill or popping in a workout tape is usually guaranteed to help me feel better. If that isn’t an option just getting outside, walking with my kids or working in the yard is usually helpful.
FYI in the way olden times I loved to bake- it was a very relaxing for me and sadly very waistline expanding. I now have 2 young children who love to help mommy bake- baking is no longer relaxing 😉
When I am stressed, I really do know that everything works out in the end. I know the positive thoughts I need to be thinking, but I can’t always get those thoughts started. So I will look up positive quotes or jokes or watch a funny show or movie. If I am working out regularly, it helps me to not get so stressed.
I either read a book to escape or hug my dog…sometimes both at once! Animals really do wonders for stress levels.
I deal with stress by doing Yoga, slow breathing, or sometimes I just chill out on the couch and watch TV.
I deal with stress in many ways depending on the day: exercising, eating (or binging), crying, reading, cooking. I wish that I could take eating out of the equation though.
I love this giveaway!
I deal with stress by running, talking to a friend or my mom or taking a hot shower. I also make lists – sometimes it helps just to write things down.
I deal with stress by cleaning. I find cleaning to very relaxing and the results are instant.
I make lists and make an extra effort to work out. I also get really crabby and snappy (the truth)!
I linked back on my twitter and my blog!!
A run is the perfect way to deal with stress.
When I’m having a stressful time in my life I like to make sure everything is super organized!
Amazing giveaway!
To deal with stress, I either run or do something crafty.
It all depends on the stress…usually a good sweaty work out does the trick. If I’m having a meltdown of sorts (usually unexplainably overly emotional) I calm down if I just sit down and plan something out – anything really, a hypothetical trip, the rest of my day, a grocery list…whatever I can focus on long enough to calm down!
What a sweet giveaway!
I deal with stress by exercising. Swimming is an excellent stress-reliever for me. It’s relaxing and meditative and I get my blood pumping! I always feel better afterward.
I listen to really loud music and cry. It doesn’t always make the stress go away, but it helps with the initial anger. Sort of. 🙂
To deal with stress i either take a nap (if i have time), or do something that will take my mind of the ordeal (reading, yoga, cooking).
It’s also really helpful to talk to people. That’s the best one, especially if it’s a big problem you’re stressed out about. Nothing like talking it out to make you feel better.
I box & run!
I deal with stress by either working out or baking. I try to give away all my baked goods except for a few samples in the kitchen. 😉
Love this!
I deal with stress by either exercising (running or yoga) or drinking wine. I like extremes. 😀
I’m not always the best at dealing with stress, but usually I hit the gym. If I’m rocking out on my iPod, reading a trashy magazine, and moving my boday on the ArcTrainer, I can feel a bit better. If I’m too stressed to go to the gym, I obsess. I make lists and call my mom. I make the moves on my boyfriend, which is also another great stress reliever! 😉
I like to put on my comfy flannel pajamas, bake some cookies and snuggle up on the couch with a movie to relieve my stress.
The best way for me is to workout..if I cant then i breath deeply to try and calm myself down!
How do I deal with stress? Hmmm I guess it depends. I try to just relax but lately stress has been followed with a glass (or two or three) of wine! lol. I’m trying to find a bikram yoga studio that’s in my area to go to.
You can put spices in along with the coffee grounds?! I’ve never thought of doing that, thanks for the idea.
When I’m stressed out I do yoga or go for a longggg run. Helps me clear my head. Napping helps too (:
Depending on the circumstances of my stress I will either cry, go on a run, get a manicure or treat myself to a vanilla latte from Coffee Bean. Sometimes, I do all of the above. Its a foolproof system because continuing to stress leaves me with an illusion that I’m “taking care of the stress” when in reality, I’m probably fumbling to do anything.
I cuddle my kitten! Purrs are the best anti-stress medicine.
I take the boxing class at my gym, nothing eases stress like punching the crap out of a heavy bag for an hour 🙂
I’ve been taking yoga twice a week for 90 mins and that helps a lot with stress. I’ve been trying to practice at least 30 mins a day on days I don’t have class. I feel a lot calmer and happier when I’m committed.
I deal with stress by calling my mom (I’m away at school), venting to friends, or distracting myself from the issue and hanging out with my boyfriend 🙂
Depends on where I am if its stress at work I take a walk or go for coffee, but if it’s at home I try watching an episode of a favorite comedy show (The Office, Arrested Development are at the top of my list). Sometimes though you only have enough time to close your eyes and take a couple deep breaths and imagine you’re somewhere far, far away from whatever is stressing you out.
If I am being honest, I usually either frantically spaz or start crying. But I have found sometimes it helps me to just step away from that given thing stressing me out, take a moment, or a walk, or a glass of wine 🙂 and breathe before I start up whatever was stressing me out again!
I deal with stress by working out, taking a shower, or making my boyfriend cuddle me to calm me down. It all works…especially the cuddling 🙂
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I deal with stress by doing some sort of physical activity. If that doesn’t work, a good cry also helps 🙂
I try to run through the stress. Not gonna lie, though…if that fails I do usually have a good cry and a beer!
I handle stress all different ways. Sometimes my giving myself “me” time, talking to someone about it, or running, and sometimes by eating (I’m a stress eater). You can’t win them all I guess. Trying to move away from the eating and more to the other things.
P.S. I linked to your blog! 🙂
I usually hit the gym to run out stress on the treadmill. But if I can’t make it there, the cookie jar calls my name!
stress. do i deal with it? i guess i do since i’m an executive of a nonprofit (i.e. overworked, underpaid). in the last year, i’ve taken to running. i went form not being able to run one block to having run multiple races, two of which were half marathons. next goal = marathon!
i like to indulge in a little tv time to deal with stress. i love watching gilmore girls on dvd! 🙂
When I’m stressed, I try to give myself a little alone time to chill out. It could be running, yoga or even a good nap! Sometimes I find myself in the kitchen cooking the worlds largest dinner. It helps so that I don’t take out my stress on others.
Of course if I win, I’ll relieve stress by going shopping at Lululemon!
Awesome giveaway!! 🙂
When I’m stressed, I work it off! Running or a little Turbofire does the trick. When you’re pushing yourself, you forget all about whatever it was that stressed you out in the first place! 🙂
I deal with stress through venting to friends, sweating it out at the gym, or through copious amounts of red wine and chocolate. Om nom nom
When I’m stressed, I read in bed, watch Friends, or talk to a friend or my mom!
I run or go to the gym. a serious sweat session helps me relieve stress so much I joke it is cheaper than therapy and more effective
I deal with stress by running insanely fast. Seriously, my best runs are when I’m stressed to the max!
I find the best stress reliever is running. Sometimes though it is a big bowl of ice cream. There are times nothing but sugar and chocolate make you feel better!
Stress…hmmm…I don’t know if I have a specific coping strategy…Sometimes I cry, sometimes I run, sometimes I eat cookies 🙂 Luckily, my life has been pretty low-stress lately, and when it is busy and stressful I am usually able to see the light at the end of the tunnel and push through…I feel lucky for that!
I typically exercise or take my dog for a walk although I have to admit that they are times I veg in front of the tv and eat chocolate 🙂
Refuse to acknowledge I’m stressed until I completely freak out and have a major panicky meltdown. Find BF, freak out, have him talk me out of the hole I’m in & remind me it wouldn’t be so bad if I’d just acknowledge the stress in the first place. 🙂
I am the Queen of Denial!!!
I am getting better at dealing with stress, slowly but surely. I have discovered the power of doing one proactive, healthy thing. It doesn’t even have to be related to the source of stress – being smart and controlled about anything is enough to kick start a chain reaction & help me deal with the rest.
I cook when I’m stressed. Then I eat it, which is less effective but very delicious. 🙂
I used to deal with stress with some combination of eating too much, drinking too much, or crying. More recently I’ve found that a good night at the gym (and maybe some chocolate or beer in moderation) make me feel a whole lot better the next day. As for crying…sometimes that really does help the most!
Best stress reliever is playing fetch with the dog — or a nap 🙂
Go running and listen to hip/hop & rap ( my guilty please) the entire time. But now I’m stressed out over the fact that i can’t run to due to injury. I guess its always something 🙂
I find that I deal with stress by calling either my mom or my husband, venting and then letting them know that I feel better by getting it out. Exercise helps too 🙂 food used to be my comfort when stressed (and other emotions) but I have come to realize that overeating when stressed just makes me more stressed…so for the most part I have stopped doing that.
Exercise, reading, or a nice long bath are my favorite ways. I also find that daily prayer is a good preventative measure.
Walking or Cleaning…those are the only two ways I can relieve stress and they both work so well!
I usually do one of the following 3 things to relieve stress:
1. Cry (I try not to do this one much because it really don’t do anything but dry out my contacts & make my eyes red)
2. Workout! Especially going for a run or kickboxing
3. (My favorite) Listen to music that helps me sing/yell/dance to get my anger out and feel better!
I like to run, if I can’t run it tends to build up until I have a meltdown of some sort.
sadly, i take stress out on someone who is close to me, cry to them, and then probably go for a run (sometimes while crying).
My favorite stress reliever, sitting on the couch and watching trashy reality tv!
I, too, am obsessed with TJ’s Pumpkin CC. I’m trying to think of other foods to spread it on, because I’m getting tired of toast, and apparently it’s unacceptable to eat cream cheese off the spoon. Husbands just don’t understand.
Great giveaway! I need a new mat, and would looove some lulu money. I deal with stress by 1.) Crying fit (usually if stress was accompanied by criticism), 2.) a glass of wine, and 3.) curling up in bed with a book and forgetting about it for a few minutes 🙂
I deal with stress with a good work out followed by a nice long shower and after that, I open up a bottle of red wine and indulge 🙂
My goto stress reliever is running outside … especially fall where the weather is nice and crisp . The second would be cooking something that I never done before . At the end of it , I have good food and feel refreshed too …
Sadly, I eat cookies.
I also try to run as well!
I usually will put on my gym clothes and depending on weather either hit the pavement for a long run or go to the gym and do a serious sweat session. Working out will calm me down and make me realize that life is good and short and that the “stressful situation” will eventually work itself out.
How I deal with stress: eating (okay, I know, not so good!), exercise, crying, calling my sisters on the phone, and doing a little yoga here and there!
I try to remind myself to exercise 🙂 or I drink more coffee, LOL
My stress reliever is cleaning. For some reason whenever I get all psycho stressed I start to clean everything. It makes no sense to me, since I am by no means a clean freak – but I always feel better when I purge all the clutter in my house. Running has been more of a preemptive thing. I have been way less stressed about everything (probably cuz I am just too worn out to worry).
I linked to your blog for the extra entry!! Hope I get it! Hope I get it!!
Exercise always helps but when I am in a position where I can’t exercise (sitting at my desk at work!) I always look at the poster hanging on my wall that says “it’s the little things in life that making living so grand.” When it seems all the big things are overwhelming I take a minute to be happy about all the little things that make my life awesome!
My first reaction to stress is sweets (chocolate chip cookie… or 2… or 12)… but I am in the process of creating healthier habits for dealing with stress like running or writing in my journal.
I cry. Or do yoga. Yoga does wonders for stress! I’m loving hot yoga at the moment.
I deal with stress in this order:
freak out, cry, call someone, glass of wine, go to next available yoga class 🙂
To deal with stress I usually try to tell myself to take slow deep breaths, although exercising really helps me also!
Running is my therapy.
I run super fast. Or i bake, which is not as great for my waistline.
When I’m stressed, I have to distract myself. I make a cup of tea or hot cocoa and watch something that makes me happy until I’m relaxed enough to get back to work. That usually does the trick.
I either hit the gym or the kitchen. Both are great stress relievers for me. Other times, a glass of wine is necessary. =)
I love to bake so if I can set aside some time to spend in the kitchen, it is am instant de-stresser!
I run, I run until my body sweats, sweats like my eyes cry with whatever conflict has occured.
My three main stress relievers are running, talking to my husband, and eating candy 🙂
How I deal with stress: yoga, wine, dark chocolate, and this website: http://www.awkwardfamilyphotos.com. Makes me laugh out loud every time.
I usually cry when I’m stressed, but I cry all the time so who knows if that is dealing with it… I also love going for a walk with my dogs when I’m stressed!
When I’m stressed, if I’m good about acknowledging it, I will go for a run, go to yoga, bake or just relax on the couch. But I can’t say I’ve never let the stress build up and had a meltdown…these are getting less frequent though 🙂
I bake like a crazy woman! One weekend earlier this year when I had just started nursing school I baked probably 14-15 dozen cookies (all different kinds) and when I realized I was knee deep in cookies I had to deliver them to all of my family and friends so I wouldn’t eat every single one! A long walk with lots of deep breathing always helps me, too =)
I color in little kid coloring books. Also, I drink.
I deal with stress by doing yoga but if something is really bad theres nothing like a good cry to get it out of your system!
Yoga and chocolate are my methods for dealing with stress. Deep breaths also help, and cooking is a huge part of my keeping calm on a daily basis, I just love to cook and it is very relaxing for me (when I don’t have to make something in a hurry, of course!)
Ana
To deal with stress, I run, eat (I’m working on changing that one!), take a long, hot shower, write, or practice yoga.
The healthy way I deal with stress is by getting outside. That always makes me feel better whether it is simply a run or a walk or weeding. The unhealthy way I deal is to drink beer and eat pizza with friends, the latter part still being healthy I suppose 😉
Awesome giveaway! I deal with stress by running with fiancee.
btw, i LOVE how you’re putting up commit to fit! yay
Actually, I do tend to cry a lot; it’s how I deal with my feelings. Luckily, it’s short lived. If I don’t cry, I bake – muffins usually. Nothing makes me feel better like a batch of apple pecan mini muffins. 🙂
Running and exercise in general are great stress relievers, so I try and get in a good workout instead of pulling out the ice cream carton. : )
To me running is my cure-all when it comes to stress or my ‘me’ time. After I had y first baby last September I needed an outlet and running came to me with open arms. It have me confidence, gave me some alone time, and I had energy to go about my day. Now one year later, I’m 60 lbs lighter (yep babyweight & some!) and it still saves me 🙂
I deal with stress with exercise and eating ice cream!
How do I deal with stress? Historically I’ve been pretty bad at dealing with it (read: ignoring the issue/hoping it’ll just go away). If I wasn’t ignoring it altogether, I would eat away my stresses – salty potato chips? Yes, please! Lately though, I’ve been able to recognize that stress eating (or ignoring) is NOT a good solution. Now I try to step back and look at whatever is stressing me out and see what logical steps I can take to make it less stressful, whether it’s breaking it up into smaller pieces for myself, delegating, a bitch fest, or plain old “nose to the grindstone” until it’s done. I also rely on spinning and running to get rid of any extra tension I have left over! There’s nothing like taking out your aggressions on the pavement or spin bike!
i deal with stress with yoga, reading, talking to my fiance, annnnnd shopping! walking helps too~
When dealing with a lot of stress, I do one of two things (and sometimes both, time permitting):
1. Run
2. Bake cookies
I could sound all virtuous and tell you I don’t even eat the cookies, but that’d be hiding the fact that I usually just want to eat the dough and am too impatient to wait 10-12 minutes for the baking process to occur.
i go for a fast walk. it works!
I cry a lot and some chocolate is usually consumed.
I usually exercise, do yoga, and get massages to combat any major stress.
I deal with stress by continuing to go about my day as “normal” until I gradually decompress, so to speak. Maybe that’s not healthy but… I can’t afford to curl up in the fetal position and cry on terrible days, even if that’s what I really really want to do.
Boo to stress!! I used to sleep, now I go to the gym & lift weights or run!
Ok, this is going to sound odd, but I imagine myself as one of those big Clydesdale horses. Then I figure out what all needs to be done and just put my head down and plod through it all. 😛 As a mom of two young kids, the exercise is done to keep the stress at bay. If it catches up to me, I have to deal with the “have to’s” before I can run, spin, lift (good motivation).
To be totally honest, I don’t deal with stress well. I am most definately a stress eater, so I reach for the Chocolate, or sometimes a glass…or 3 of wine! 🙁 Not the best way to deal but it’s who I am!
Let’s be honest…yes, when I reach my limit I cry…but what I tend to do most is drink wine and watch really bad reality tv. HELLO!!!! Teen Mom and Real Housewives…nothing gives me more pleasure. 🙂
Cooking comfort food and then obviously eating it! Sometimes a good run helps too.
i cry when i’m stressed, but i know that’s not the most productive way for me to handle it (mostly because i end up sobbing uncontrollably for an hour and then my eyes are all puffy for 2 days). i try to handle stress in a more productive way through exercise, cooking, and knitting. i learned to knit when i was in law school and it was a lifesaver. still is!
Alone time at the gym with a good magazine. Hot house Yoga if I have the time! And in really bad situations, I will go to the fridge with a spoon and find the cream cheese frosting. (ek)
My most recent method was to cry myself to sleep like a baby last night. It wasn’t pretty, but I’m feeling better now 🙂
I try to run or do yoga. Most of the time I veg out to tv though!
Great giveaway! I deal with stress by escaping with a good book and peppermint tea!
I take my dog to the park. My dog is always so happy and he has of making me forget about the small things 🙂
Generally, any and all junk food….but i imagine a long walk would be much better for me and the stress.
I’d like to say I deal with stress by running, and sometimes that’s true. I certainly feel less stressed after a run. But if I don’t get out the door on that run fast enough, I find myself yelling (usually at inanimate objects) or something equally ridiculous. Luckily this usually ends in a giggle fit when I realize that I’m yelling at my coffee pot (hey! it made gross coffee this morning!) 🙂
What a awesome giveaway! I deal with stress in many ways – running, going for a walk, deep breathing (including yoga!), cooking (with a glass of wine, please) or just talking it out with my mom, sisters or husband. We just moved and there’s a yoga studio 1.5 blocks from our apartment. I’m going to try it out next week. I could definitely use a new mat. I’ve had mine since 2007. 🙂
I’m huge fan of yoga as it makes me focus on something other than my always active mind. But you are right: sometimes only a good release like crying will do when life gets too stressful! I’m trying to learn with dealing with my stress instead of ignoring it.
If I am being “good” I run to relieve stress. I don’t know what I would have done in some situations if it hadn’t been for running. Sometimes though I really just need a bottle of wine, a brownie sunday, and Grey’s Anatomy (Season 1&2)!
I eat chips and dip with a beer 🙂
If it’s minor stress, I snack (unfortunately), read a book or just zone out. If it’s major, built up stress, I honestly sit in my room and cry for 15 minutes. It’s so therapeutic!
I talk out my feelings with my husband. He puts up with a lot 🙂
I go running or do yoga to deal with stress. If those fail, a glass of wine usually helps 🙂
Honestly, I’m not the best about dealing with stress — in the past I’ve mostly just bottled it up and let it make me cranky for days on end — but I’m working on it! Now I’ll go for a long walk with my dog and/or listen (and sing along) to some cheesy 90s pop.
Crank up music in the car and take 2 minutes to think about nothing but the words to the song. Parking is best before attempting…
On a bad day I deal with stress by eating mass quantities of chocolate and venting. On a good day, I organize things and clean. 🙂
A back rub fr. my man always helps to relieve my stress! (even if he’s the cause of it sometimes!)
I like to have me-time when I’m stressed, like reading, watching TV, etc. But, I need to start funneling it into more active pursuits.
I eat…. but I’m trying to replace that habit with working out.
It depends on what I’m stressed about, but usually crying, running, wine, or chocolate–or some combination of all of them.
I usually cry. Or call my mom. Or sulk on the couch. Really, it just rotates depending on the situation!
I cry. And then I get mad at myself for crying.
To be straight up honest, crying really CAN relieve stress and I have found that in certain situations, it helps get my feelings out and then I can tackle whatever probably I am facing (lately, it has been lack of sleep due to classes!). Running is a good stress reliever for me too, and of course my guilty pleasure of Facebooking. But whatever works, right?
I use running and being prepared as my main stress releavers. If I plan and make lists I am less likely to feel overwhelmed with what is on my plate.
Crying!! I love a good cry when I’m stressed 🙂 My BF on the other hand does not appreciate all the tears haha
In order to relieve stress, I usually e-mail my closest family about how I am feeling, and ask for their thoughts and prayers. I am normally not a stressed out person, so when I am, it is usually something big and I feel like I need my family’s support.
I don’t have a blog, so I re-tweeted your tweet about the giveaway!
I run. Or have a glass of wine with a friend. Or run AND have a glass of wine with a friend.
When I’m feeling stressed I like to go for a walk with my ipod, Or clean- putting things back in order makes me feel better somehow.
I breathe deeply and maybe read a book.
It depends on where the stress is coming from, but typically my go-to stress reliever is running!
When I am stressed, I turn to one of my tried-and-true remedies: running, venting to friends, taking a break, and consuming large amounts of red wine and/or chocolate. I guess some of these are healthy and some are not?? At any rate, they work!
I run to deal with stress! Or I go visit my baby cousin…every time I see him I forgot why I was stressed to begin with!
I deal with stress by either working out (yoga or running) or drinking wine. Or both! I guess which I choose depends on just how stressed out I am…
The way that I deal with stress is that I head to the gym for a group fitness class. Loud music + friends + exercise = major endorphine rush! ALWAYS makes me feel better, less stressed and happy!!!
Dealing with stress!? It can range anywhere from yoga (which really is the best remedy!), a run, or if it’s really bad- ice cream. Ice cream makes everything better 🙂
I sleep for long periods of time. Probably not most proactive thing, but it helps me!
I have a punching bag in my garage and it is such a stress reliever.
When I just super overwhelmed running really helps to calm me down and helps clear my head. I have also been known to take a nap and a long shower to relax and destress.
I deal with stress by reading quotes. I have numerous journals full of just quotes about life, love and other random things. This is one of my favorite quote websites, check it out stressed or not stressed 🙂
http://www.holliesquotes.com/
I go to yoga! 🙂
Then I eat brownies.
Pumpkin spice in coffee? My dear, you are a genius.
I de-stress by running, eating pretzel m&ms and crying. Often all at the same time.
I deal with stress by running, spending time outdoors, and having fun with my boyfriend. Stress often creeps up on me if I’m not careful, and I have to be really proactive about keeping myself healthy and sane! Running is absolutely my favorite way of destressing after a tough day or event.
I am the WORST with stress. I try to fit in yoga and reading to destress, but it doesn’t happen every day. Or even every other day. Those are my favorites though.
I cry…or I cook! Reading cookbooks and finding a new recipe to try is sooooo therapeutic for me for some reason!
I think for me dealing with stress is a 3 step program. That feeling of being overwhelmed easily creeps up on me. When it begins to be too much, any little thing will set me off. I come home from work sit on the couch and cry about anything and everything. After I get through that mess of tears I usually pop open my laptop. Sure maybe working out is a better idea, but I start to read blogs of every day women (and sometimes men) and remind myself that it’s not so bad. Reading about others inspirations reminds me that I’m not alone. Eventually I’ll take to my own blog and write about my goals. I am learning to write instead of eat. I will then follow this all up with a Lavender Hot bubble bath and a good night of sleep.
The best way for me to deal with stress is to watch football…something about watching the guys tackle each other into the ground makes me feel better. Thank God for NFL Network, or this would not be possible on Tuesdays and Wednesdays!! Now that I type this out, I realize this probably isn’t the best way, but you know, it works for me!
Usually I cry. Or bake something sweet. Neither makes my husband too pleased!
I cry. If I feel up to it, I try to work out. Usually, I just shut down and try to figure out the best answer.
Great giveaway! In no particular order: exercise, cry, talk it out with my fiance who always seems to know how to make stress go away!
Put PJ’s on, curl up in a blanket, put Friends on. That’s my favorite after a stressful day. May do that tonight. 😉
When stressed, I either eat chocolate or work up a sweat or both!
I deal with stress by watching Food Network. For whatever reason it calms me to watch other people cook.
I LOVE adding pumpkin pie spice to my grounds, it makes the coffee SO tasty! My bf absolutely hates it though so I can only do it on the weekends when he’s at work.
My #1 way to deal with stress is an envigorating workout. Sometimes I come home so stressed out and furstrated and I just get on the treadmill and RUN and by the end I’m all gross and sweaty and exhausted but I generally feel so much better about everything.
Go for a run.. or another type of workout if running is not an option. Have a glass of wine, read or watch tv.
I love to write when I feel stressed, it helps me at least feel organized. If I really need a destresser, running always does the trick! 🙂
If I’m home and stressed, I’ll go for a run, or take a long, hot shower, get in pajamas, and relax with tea and tv.
If I’m at work, it’s a little more difficult- I try to breathe deep and make a list, so that I don’t get too overwhelmed.
Best way for me to deal with stress is cry, talk to my mother (she’s my best friend) and take my dog for a walk, he always seems so calm and peaceful, its healing in a way.
I eat. Cry and spend time with people that I love.
Well, I used to eat but I’m trying to get away from that! I now go on hikes by myself to zen out and clear my head. I also plan my week if I go on a weekend and think about how to better manage my time.
I have to try that pumpkin coffee. I bet it smells amazing!
When I’m really stressed… its not pretty. I get angry. Mega, mega angry… then I cry. I’m not one to cry first, its always the last thing that happens in a majorly stressed scenario. But since I’ve been living a more healthy life, I’ve learned to work out before the stress really piles high, so that I burn off that extra negative energy!
GREAT idea with coffee!
My favorite ways of dealing with stress:
– running
– playing with my puppy
– baking
Deep, conscious breathing. And a good phone call to my Mom!!
Not to sound cliche, but exercise really is the best stress reliever. I love a good hard run to get all my stress out, and thats when I usually push myself hardest, too!
One way I deal with stress is to journal about it – especially if it’s something in my head that is keeping me awake, then writing it down gets it out and makes it easier to break down into a manageable issue. The other way is to go for a bike ride or a run and either force the stress out through intervals (angry stress) or remind myself of the beauty around me and how lucky I am to be able to do what I do (other stress). It’s really all about getting some perspective on the situation.
I’m trying to get better about dealing with stress. If you would have asked me this question a few months ago, I would have said that I would freak out, shut down, and eat – or not eat, whatever the case may be.
But now, I’m trying to do more yoga and other things to occupy my thoughts rather than stressing out.
I just started taking yoga classes in hopes that it will help me deal with stress better – usually I just cry, like you mentioned 😉
and i’m linking in my post today 🙂
Hope it’s ok that I linked back to the giveaway in Twitter! (@running_foodie)
i’ll either run or call up my bestie and cry to her. she lets me be ridiculous for an hour then tells me to shut up hahah 🙂
I cry then go run. When I can’t run is when it gets ugly (like now stupid recovery miles!)
I make LISTS (and cry, it’s true)!
it depends on the stress…if its angry stress then i like to go for a run, or play some field hockey…but if its something else then i am totally a cryer.
I’m always teaching a lesson on dealing with stress. My favorite way is to escape the stressful situation and watch a funny tv show like Seinfeld or to go ahead and cry it out like you said :).