With everything happening in the world around us these days, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. As we enter a new year of the pandemic, it’s difficult to find ways to cope when we’re restricted to staying at home. We used to get massages or acupuncture when stressed, but now, we have to find ways to relieve tension on our own. Here are three tried and true ways to alleviate stress at home.
Essential Oils
While meditating, use essential oils to make the experience even more relaxing. Next time you meditate, incorporate lavender, lemongrass, or peppermint essential oils into your routine. You can even put a few drops into your bath or in a diffuser to fill your room.
Massage Balls
Massage balls are not only great after a workout, they’re ideal for any time you’re feeling stressed. The balls mimic a masseuse’s hands and they’ll help alleviate stress in hard-to-reach places.
Weighted Blankets
Human touch is said to slow the heart rate and reduce stress, but during the pandemic our contact with others is limited. An alternative is a weighted blanket, which mimic hugs. Let’s be honest, who couldn’t use a nice warm hug now?
