Becoming an entrepreneur is one of the most rewarding life choices you’ll ever take on. But it’s also one of the most difficult and challenging. With the stress of wanting to succeed often comes anxiety. And dealing with that nervous energy can be a challenge in itself. Sometimes, simply walking away from a stressful project works for me. But oftentimes, a creative activity is exactly the right thing to take the edge off.
From exercising to spending time with loved ones, channeling that energy into positive vibes is one of the best ways to nip anxiety in the bud. Thinking it’s time you find some new solutions? With April being National Stress Awareness Month, here are 35 ways to channel your anxiety and come out feeling more at ease.
35 Ways to Channel Your Stress
- Go for a run
- Bake cookies
- Go for a swim at the neighborhood pool
- Paint a picture
- Watch a romantic comedy
- Head to the gym
- Play with your grandkids
- Hit up a yoga class
- Go for a walk in the park
- Get your crafting skills on point and create something cool
- Try hiking for the first time
- Go to the beach
- Build a fire in the fireplace and read a good book
- Try meditation
- Pet a dog
- Go see a comedy show
- Plant some flowers
- Cook something extravagant
- Paint a room in your home a new color
- Go to an open mic night
- Play the piano
- Read a whole pile of fun magazines
- Snuggle with your pet
- Take a social media break for a few days
- Volunteer somewhere in your community
- Play on the swings at a local park
- Go berry picking
- Take your girlfriends out to dinner
- Get all dressed up and head out dancing for the night
- Go for a Sunday drive
- Turn the music way up and sing along
- Walk the dog
- Bake a pie for a neighbor
- Clean the house
- Just relax. Whether it’s via breathing exercises, yoga, prayer or meditation, find what works for you.
Do you have any special ways you deal with stress and anxiety? How do you channel your nervous energy? I’d love to hear what works for you.
(And, of course, always check with a professional if you feel overwhelmed and need someone to talk to!)
