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35 Relaxing Activities for Adults to Reduce Stress

May 15, 2023      Tami      Leave a Comment

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We seem to live in a society that idealizes being super busy, super productive, and always on the go.

But in reality, this isn’t a healthy way to live. We – as humans – need to take time to relax and recharge. This is important for both our physical AND mental health.

I don’t know about you, but often when I’m “relaxing” I end up just scrolling through social media on my phone. But this usually doesn’t make me feel any better.

In fact, most of the time I end up feeling numb, disconnected, and sometimes even sad.

Can you relate?

If you’re in need of some ideas and things to do when you need to de-stress and relax WITHOUT social media, then you’re in luck!

Here are 35 relaxing activities for adults to reduce stress:

 

If you're in need of ideas and things to do when you need to de-stress and relax, then you're in luck! // 35 Relaxing Activities for Adults

 

  1. Read a good book
  2. Do a puzzle
  3. Practice meditation
  4. Spend time on a creative hobby
  5. Listen to music you love
  6. Do a quick workout
  7. Make a list of things you’re grateful for
  8. Watch a movie with your full attention (no phone!)
  9. Invest in a journal (or write in one you have)
  10. Spend time with your pet
  11. Take a relaxing bath
  12. Spend time in nature
  13. Talk to someone who makes you laugh
  14. Listen to an interesting podcast
  15. Try aromatherapy
  16. Get a massage (or use one of these)
  17. Take a short nap
  18. Speak positive affirmations
  19. Clean or declutter something
  20. Play a board game, card game, video game, etc.
  21. Make a list of your goals or create a vision board
  22. Go on a long drive (alone or with someone)
  23. Buy yourself a gift
  24. Do this full-body stretching routine for relaxation
  25. Unplug for a while
  26. Write a letter to someone you love (or to yourself)
  27. Allow yourself to daydream or visualize a future you’d love
  28. Learn about your astrological sign
  29. Do some stargazing
  30. Use tarot cards to get guidance (learn how right here!)
  31. Pamper yourself (manicure, face mask, hair treatment, whatever)
  32. Scroll through Pinterest for ideas and inspiration
  33. Brain dump everything that’s on your mind
  34. Do something helpful for someone else
  35. If all else fails, go to bed early (tomorrow is a new day <3)

 



What’s your favorite relaxing activity? Let’s chat in the comments!

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