Stress Relief Strategies that Work for Teens

Being a teenager is never easy. You start taking the world more seriously, face new body issues and problems with self-image, worry about fitting in, encounter first loves, feel greater school pressure and much more. It really seems too much for a teenager to handle. Still, this is a normal part of growing up if not the best part of gradually entering the adulthood and ways to relieve stress are many.​

Spark up your creativity

The form of creativity is not important as long as you feel good and free while immersing yourself in it. Painting, drawing, writing poems and even making jewelry are all excellent stress relieving techniques that will help any teenager relax and calm the mind from daily worries while allowing the imagination and one’s personality to shine through. Being able to contemplate one’s feelings and pour them into some kind of art is a proven way to completely eradicate stress and feelings of suffocation from the body and spirit.

Show off your individuality

Get physically active

Teenage years are the perfect time to get to know yourself and tell the world who you are at the same time. The biggest cause for stress in teens just might be the fact that they do not feel true to their own personality and find it hard to cope with the whole fitting in thing when they do not feel like it. Embracing your own style and preferences and being proud of who you are is definitely something that takes practice. However, once you feel comfortable in your own skin you will get rid of the huge burden that weighs you down.

Regardless of age, physical activity and exercising are known to reduce the secretion of cortisol, also known as the stress hormone. Teens can especially benefit from this. Working out will not only make one more energetic and ready to spend a lot of time studying but also physically fit and better-looking; something that is really important for teens who constantly battle with self-image and body issues. Going on a rigorous diet is definitely not a good idea for someone who is growing, and physical activity can take care of both weight loss and overall physical and mental health.

Have fun doing something interesting

Let’s face it, skateboards and bikes are the thing of the past. Teens love moving around on their own special “wheels” and today, they are lucky enough to go around the town hovering. Stepping on the futuristic hoverboard segway is a lot of fun and this “means of transportation” is becoming more and more popular with teens around the globe. Moreover, hovering around requires some level of fitness skills which really comes in handy with getting enough physical activity even if you are just going over to a friend’s place.

Hang out with your friends

Surround yourself with people who are on the same wavelength as you. Do not be afraid to nurture friendships and be open towards others. Being able to talk to others about your wishes and problems is really beneficial for stress relief and having good company in general for different activities will fill you up with energy and happiness. Even studying can be fun if done together with a good and trusted friend.
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Remember teens – this too shall pass. This does not only refer to stress and your current problems but to your beautiful youth as well. Therefore, there is no place for negativity and worrying. 

​Seize every moment of every day, make it fun for you and move forward with confidence and belief in your own choices.

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by Emma Lawson 
Emma Lawson is a passionate writer, online article editor and a health enthusiast. In her spare time, she likes to do research, and write articles to create awareness regarding healthy lifestyle. She also strives to suggest innovative home remedies that can help you to lead a quality and long life.

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