7 Ways to Relieve Stress in Under an Hour
Regain your cool even quicker than you lost it with these simple techniques.
By Kelly Mickle
45 Minutes: Take a Tech Break
In a study by University of California, Irvine, and U.S. Army researchers, heart rate monitors showed that checking e-mail put subjects on constant high alert with heart rates that indicated stress. "We found that shutting off e-mail eases anxiety," says study coauthor Gloria Mark, PhD. Commit to no e-mail for 45 minutes a day to begin weaning yourself off.
From the
December 2012 issue of
O, The Oprah MagazineAs a reminder, always consult your doctor for medical advice and treatment before starting any program.
