Feeling stressed or anxious? Consider swapping out your regular coffee for a cup of tea to help you relax.

Herbal teas like chamomile, lemon balm, and honey lavender are geared towards relaxation and stress relief. Even the ritual of making tea can be very calming. Engage all your senses in the preparation. Breathe deeply while waiting for the water to boil. Take in the fragrance of the steeping tea leaves. Inhale the aroma while you sip and feel the warmth of the mug. All of this surrounding the tea experience can be very helpful in calming down a stressful day.

Massage is a perfect way to relax. It allows you to step outside of your life for a little while and focus on your body. How does your body feel? Are your shoulders practically pressed up against your ears because you are holding yourself so tightly wound? If you are getting a massage, the goal is to relax and soothe away possibly painful areas in your body that are tied up in knots or holding onto stress.

While this has been difficult to do over the past year due to the pandemic, you do have some options! Try doing massages with your partner or if you're comfortable, find a massage therapist who provides mobile services and could come to your home!