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
60 Minutes: Clean House
Housework's repetitive nature can help release tension. "We get lost in the rhythm of folding clothes or vacuuming, which can disrupt stressful thought patterns and trigger the body's relaxation response," says Herbert Benson, MD, director emeritus of the Benson-Henry Institute for Mind Body Medicine at Massachusetts General Hospital.
Next: Quiz: How Much Stress Can You Take?
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.
