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Stress Less, Live More: 10 Game-Changing Strategies to Manage Life's Ups and Downs

Published 14 days ago • 2 min read

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As someone who's navigated overwhelm as an entrepreneur, caregiver, and mom, I've discovered that managing stress isn't about eliminating it completely—it's about building resilience and creating sustainable strategies. When we apply stress-reducing habits to our regular routine, they can make a world of difference.

In episode 256 of the Positively Living Podcast, I share these simple (and fun) stress-reduction tips:

1️⃣ Get Moving: Exercise isn't about being an athlete; it's about triggering those feel-good endorphins
2️⃣ Laugh Often: Humor is a powerful stress-relief tool
3️⃣ Nourish Wisely: What you consume impacts your stress levels
4️⃣ Meditate: Even 5 minutes can reset your mind
5️⃣ Set Boundaries: Learn to say NO without guilt
6️⃣ Play Music: Let melodies lower your stress hormones
7️⃣ Rest Intentionally: Quality sleep is non-negotiable, breaks are essential
8️⃣ Journal: Release your thoughts and create mental space
9️⃣ Connect: Social support is your secret weapon
🔟 Seek Help: It's a sign of strength, not weakness

Quick actionable tip

Pick ONE strategy that resonates with you and implement it this week. Small changes create big transformations.

Want the full breakdown with bonus tips and descriptions of each? Check out the Positively Living Podcast episode. I share my personal stories and suggestions of how to implement each one.

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​Free Resource

The best way to start a habit is to make it easy to do. There's no need to memorize this list. I've created a graphic and a printable of these tips with the summaries of why they help. Download them here and keep them handy to inspire you each day!

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There are so many reasons why we feel stress and struggle to overcome it. I hope the tips I share help, but sometimes a conversation is the best option to get to the bottom of what's going on and that's why coaching can be so helpful. I welcome you to schedule a free coaching consultation if you could use an understanding ear to process things. No obligation, no pressure, but you do get a little free coaching and a sense of what working with me would be like. :)

Here’s to stressing less and living more.

♥

Lisa

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