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:
- Read a good book
- Do a puzzle
- Practice meditation
- Spend time on a creative hobby
- Listen to music you love
- Do a quick workout
- Make a list of things you’re grateful for
- Watch a movie with your full attention (no phone!)
- Invest in a journal (or write in one you have)
- Spend time with your pet
- Take a relaxing bath
- Spend time in nature
- Talk to someone who makes you laugh
- Listen to an interesting podcast
- Try aromatherapy
- Get a massage (or use one of these)
- Take a short nap
- Speak positive affirmations
- Clean or declutter something
- Play a board game, card game, video game, etc.
- Make a list of your goals or create a vision board
- Go on a long drive (alone or with someone)
- Buy yourself a gift
- Do this full-body stretching routine for relaxation
- Unplug for a while
- Write a letter to someone you love (or to yourself)
- Allow yourself to daydream or visualize a future you’d love
- Learn about your astrological sign
- Do some stargazing
- Use tarot cards to get guidance (learn how right here!)
- Pamper yourself (manicure, face mask, hair treatment, whatever)
- Scroll through Pinterest for ideas and inspiration
- Brain dump everything that’s on your mind
- Do something helpful for someone else
- 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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