How to Keep Stress from Messing Up Women's Health

In today's fast-paced world, stress has become our barkada in our daily lives. Sino sa friends natin ang walang dark circles and eye bags? If meron man, di yun tao. Joke! But seriously, did you know that too much stress can take a toll on women's health? From mood swings to physical exhaustion, stress can affect every aspect of our lives. But don't worry, mga sis! Here are some tips on how to keep stress from messing up our health:

1. Magpa-masahe. Nothing beats a good massage to help ease the tension in our muscles and promote relaxation. Kung wala kang budget para sa spa, pwede ka ring mag-self massage sa bahay! 💆🏻‍♀️🏠

2. Mag-exercise 🏋🏻. Exercise is not only good for the body, it's also good for the mind. Whether it's a brisk walk 🚶🏻‍♀️, yoga 🧘🏻‍♀️, or dancing 💃🏻, find an exercise that you enjoy and do it regularly. Hindi lang makakatulong ito sa pag-alis ng stress, it can also boost your confidence and self-esteem. Chess doesn’t count ha! 😑♟️

3. Mag-unwind. Whether it's reading a book 📖, watching a movie 🍿, or taking a hot bath 🛀🏻, make sure to set aside some "me-time" to help you relax and recharge. Kung trip mo naman ang music, mag-jamming ka kasama ng friends or sa sarili mo lang. Check out Youtube Premium para you you’ll have uninterrupted Karaoke sessions. Mura lang yan, and they have a free trial.

4. Makinig ng music 🎧🎵. If you feel bad trip, listen to music that matches that mood. Sabayan mo ng potato chips or something crunchy. After that, relax ka with soothing music, and have that with a nice meal. At the end of the day, listen to music that helps you reminisce. Music is a free Time Machine so use it to your advantage. Ma-se-stress ka talaga if wala kang music sa buhay mo. Subscribe to Spotify or Apple Music. Spotify has a free trial and for Apple naman, you can try the steps here to qualify for an Apple Music subscription for free.

5. Magpakatotoo. Huwag mong pigilan ang sarili mo sa paglabas ng tunay na nararamdaman mo. Gusto mong umiyak, iyak ka 😭! Gusto manapak ng tao, mag boxing ka 🥴🥊! Gusto mong lumayo muna, take the nearest bus 🚌 to somewhere. Nakakatulong din ang pag-eexpress ng mga emotions para maiwasan ang stress. Tandaan mo, hindi ka nag-iisa. Nandito lang ang mga kaibigan at pamilya mo para sumuporta sa iyo. 🥰

Bonus tip:

6. Maglinis ka ng bahay. Sometimes, what we feel is a reflection of our environment. A clean surrounding helps clam our senses and increases our focus. Remove stuff you no longer need. The easiest way you can do this with a local Goodwill store near you. Just give the old stuff to them and sila na bahala.

Remember, managing stress is a journey, not a destination. It takes time, effort, and commitment to make positive changes in your life, but the rewards are well worth it. So take care of yourself, be kind to yourself, have fun when you can, and don't hesitate to ask for help when you need it. Di ka nag-iisa. 🤗❤️