I am new to this forum/site,

just joined today, so getting used to it. Thanks Averkonat for your

interesting, useful ideas on combatting stress. I like your ideas on putting

together lists on things like

suitable music,

funny sites,

relaxing games,

appropriate food

I am a vegetarian & very

much into holisitic & creative living, therapies & products.

So have suggestions to add

to your lists like:

 

*For suitable music list:

celtic music, I find Enya's

music especially peaceful & inspirational- draws the mind away from

stressful thinking

good escape music: like

escape type of music one can sit back, ly down, relax or work with

some movie soundtracks,

orchestral,

hypnotic music

 

*For suitable relaxing games

list

depending on peoples ideas

on what is relaxing in computer, electronic, other games

but maybe fun, less

intensive/technically oriented games would be more stress relieving & again

escapism

{ from everyday life,

worries, responsibilities etc }

maybe PC game Angry Birds

Series it is fun, not too technical & some visually interesting themes

Computer Card Games like

Solitaire, Hearts, Chess or traditional card, chess, checkers other board games

Computer 2/3D Puzzle

Adventure Strategy Games like Jewel Quest & Paradise Quest series

these are fun & stimulating

also good to get our minds off personal stress related problems  again good escapism

 

I also want to add

* Suitable Television/Movies

list

watch escapism type shows,

light hearted drama, comedy

I like some specific comedy,

fantasy, adventure shows or movies to relax with & get my mind away from

stressful things/thinking, everyday or even more major worries or problems in

my life

I also want to add

*Other suitable activities

Do something you are

passionate about & enjoy ~ special hobbies, interests as eg

 go for a leisure walk to a relaxing place or

park, immersing oneself in a peaceful environment, or amongst nature

or a favourite place you

like to go to get away from the home scene, jobs, office, paperwork, computer

usual daily grind etc

going for a leisure walk is

refreshing, good walking excercise, good for breathing & can deter away

a few negative energies,

negative thinking & revitalise thought patterns

*view the night sky

sometimes this is great on those clear starry nights, looking up into the

wonder of the universe, make a wish or 2

laughing & smiling with

or over our favourite things, hobbies, shows or whatever helps bring forth

inner happiness

even if these are only

fleeting moments it all helps ease stress, upset, tension & anxiety

Laughing is great therapy as

many of us already know

 

For appropriate food

list   { I may add more to this list at

later dates }

well this could be a very

long & diverse list, also depends on peoples tastebud preferences, diets,

allergies etc

but it's good to begin by

reading from varied sources on fruit & vegetables that are especially good

to help relieve stress,

tension & overall health

boosters, help our brains to function or boost bodily functions

Whole

Grain Foods 

Those

that can tolerate gluten may benefit from foods with whole grains, like whole

grain pasta and bread. Studies have shown that true whole grains (some

"whole grain foods" still contain processed ingredients) have several

benefits for those with anxiety:

Whole

grain is rich in magnesium, and magnesium deficiency may lead to anxiety.

Whole

grain contains tryptophan, which becomes serotonin – a calming

neurotransmitter.

Whole

grains create healthy energy while reducing hunger – both important for

anxiety.

Whole

grain foods can have a powerful effect on anxiety, and contain nutrients that

have been stripped out of modern day diets.

Also

foods like crackers, biscuits that contain whole grain ingredients like wheat,

rye, barley, corn, oats, rice are beneficial too

 

Blueberries

& Peaches

Blueberries

are rich in vitamins and phytonutrients (plant nutrients), with a variety of

antioxidants that are considered extremely beneficial for relieving stress.

Many experts also believe that peaches fall into this category as well, because

they have nutrients that appear to have a sedation (calming) effect.

 

Magnesium & Antioxidants

are good to ease nervous tension, stress & anxiety

Zinc & Vitamin B12  are good to help maintain a balanced mood

& stress

Herbal supplements or

ingredients like Passionflower & Kava are good to help ease anxiety

Indian Ginseng , Magnolia

Officialis, Sacred Basil/Tulsi are good to help ease nervousness, mild anxiety,

worry, stress, restlessness, irratibility, low energy, fatigue

There are probably lots of

foods, especially wholesome grains, cereals, plant foods & substances that

help alleviate or combat stress, anxiety & other health problems, boost

energy levels & general overall well being.

The above is just a small proportion.