We all experience challenging and stressful times. But don’t worry. There’s always a silver lining. Here are our top 10 evidence-based tips to help you reduce stress and foster a positive mindset.
1. Ramp Up Your Vitamin C Intake
Boosting your physical well-being often improves your mental state. While we can’t prescribe specific doses, we consume 5,000 mg of Vitamin C daily and increase it to 8-10,000 mg when we feel under the weather. Split these doses throughout the day for best results. Read more about our Vitamin C deep dive here.
2. Be Selective About Your News Sources
Staying informed is crucial, but constant exposure to negative news can be overwhelming. Opt for online news platforms where you can control what you read, skipping over stories that don’t serve you well.
3. Maintain a Clean Environment
A clutter-free space often leads to a clutter-free mind. Consider it a form of self-care to regularly organize and clean your living space. You’ll likely find it uplifting!
4. Make Exercise a Habit
Exercise offers a direct route to a mood boost. If you’re looking for a fun way to elevate your spirits, check out our online dance-fitness classes — start your free trial today!
5. Take Time for Walks
Walking is more than just physical exercise. It’s a mental rejuvenation. Shift your focus to your surroundings to alleviate stress. Aim for at least 30 minutes to an hour of walking per day. It’s transformative!
6. Immerse Yourself in Art Through Movies
Art has the extraordinary power to transport us to different worlds. Allow yourself the luxury of escapism through a captivating movie — but avoid binge-watching!
7. Lose Yourself in a Good Book
Much like movies, a compelling book offers a welcome distraction from stress. Take this opportunity to dive into a riveting story.
8. Listen to Uplifting Music
Music has a direct impact on our mood. Create a playlist of your favourite summer hits, and don’t hesitate to sing along!
9. Pursue a New Skill
Personal growth is inherently satisfying. If there’s something you’ve always wanted to learn, there’s no better time than the present to start.
10. Spread Kindness
Contrary to what you might think, being nice to others can elevate your own mood. Whenever you feel the urge to complain, pause and offer someone a genuine compliment instead. Positivity is contagious!
Remember, love and positivity are limitless resources. The more you give, the more you receive. Let’s cultivate a lifestyle that keeps stress at bay and ushers in abundant joy and well-being.
About the Author
Your go-to expert for a balanced, happy life filled with dance and good nutrition. As a licensed Zumba® instructor, certified nutritionist, and co-founder of Dance and Health, Lily’s mission is to make well-being simple and accessible for everyone.
Remember the struggles of maintaining a healthy weight, navigating diet fads, or even dealing with bullying in your teen years? Lily’s been there too. That’s why she gets it — health is a journey filled with ups and downs.
Gone are the days of harmful diets and self-doubt for Lily. She’s devoted her life to transforming not just herself but others, too. Nutrition isn’t just about calories for her. It’s about empowerment and self-love. And speaking of love, have you tried a dance fitness class yet? Lily swears by it as a way to joyfully boost both your physical and mental well-being.
Why settle for just getting by when you could be thriving? With Lily’s guidance, step into a life where wellness isn’t a chore but a fulfilling adventure.