A few simple ideas to beat stress

We all get stressed from time to time. In fact, it’s part of being human. But too much stress can leave us feeling drained and overwhelmed. Perhaps you’re quicker to anger than usual. Struggling to sleep. Or battling headaches, muscle tension and low energy. Or maybe you’ve become so used to feeling stressed, you’ve stopped noticing how it’s affecting your life.

If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. 4 in 10 adults report feeling stressed right now, with people all over the world hitting record levels of stress, sadness and worry.

Stop. Right. There. Take a moment. Breathe.

Sometimes the things that cause us stress are out of our control. But once you start to notice the effects and become more aware of your triggers, there are lots of things you can do to reduce the impact of stress on your health and wellbeing. That’s why I created A few simple ideas to beat stress: an illustrated guide, made with love – to share some of the things that help me when I’m feeling stressed. I know everyone’s lives are different, so choose the tips that work for you, try them for a week and see how you feel.