Feeling a bit overwhelmed. Stressed now that summer is, behind us? Don’t worry you’re not alone. This is the time when we all get back to work kids head back to school. Our productivity kicks into gear. It’s completely normal to feel some stress about adjusting your schedule getting back, into your routine or even thinking about the holidays which seem to be approaching quickly. Thankfully there are some ways you can alleviate stress during the autumn season.
Declutter Everything
Think of the fall season as the second spring of the year, and use this as an opportunity to declutter your home. Take a little time to clean your home and really declutter your workspace, bedrooms, and living areas. Clutter can create a chaotic and stress-induced mindset, which is the last thing you want.
Switch Up Your Daily Routine
If you want less stress during this season, it helps to refocus your daily routine and make some changes appropriate for the time of year. You already have daily routines, whether you realize it or not. This includes the same things you tend to do at certain times of the day. You can make small adjustments that really reduce your stress, such as waking up 20 minutes early to write in your journal before getting ready for the day, or adding in a little extra reading time with your kids before their bedtime.
Exercise with the Family
You probably know all the great benefits of exercising, from helping to manage your weight and give you more energy, to boosting your mood and helping you become more fit. But there is no reason to exercise along; in fact, getting the family involved can help reduce everyone’s stress in the fall.
This can be riding your bikes at a nearby park, spending a Saturday going on a hike, or staying in to have a dance party on a rainy day.
Plan Some Fun Activities
This fall season, you can lower your stress by planning some fun activities for the family or friends, but make sure they focus more on relaxation. Instead of trying to fill your schedule with as much as possible that requires a lot of effort, think about fun and relaxing activities like going apple picking, enjoying a local fall festival with your family, or having a girl’s night with friends.
Start Using a Daily Planner
Now is an opportunity to assess your goals and tasks and create a timetable that clearly outlines what needs to be done and when. How does this help alleviate stress? It prevents you from becoming too overwhelmed. Enables you to realize that it’s possible to accomplish all your tasks within a timeframe without feeling constantly engaged.
Find yourself a planner that you genuinely enjoy using one that offers various layouts such, as daily, weekly and monthly calendar pages. This will allow you to fill in your schedule create lists of things to do and have an overview of your commitments each day and week.
