If someone asks, " How are you ?" do you always say , " Fine " but really want to say , " Busy, Unhappy, or Stressed out? "Every one wants to be happy, but with our busy lives, full of study, work, family, home, and friends, it's hard to not be stressed out. In this article, I will share with you my top three tips for staying stress-free.

Sleep: Nature's Best Medicine

The first ingredient in a stress-free life  is to get at least eight hours of sleep every night . The average person gets only between six and seven , and that's just not enough . Scientific studies show that without at least eight hours of sleep a night, people cannot concentrate for long periods of time. This is a big cause of stress. 

 

Working out , or just Working?

Exercise is another key part of lowering your stress . Whether you go to gym , run around your neighborhood , or just talk a walk in the park , doctors agree that people should exercise at least three times a week , for at least 20 minutes each time . After a few weeks, you'll feel a huge difference !

 

Good-bye Coffee, Hello Water

Drinking too much coffee, tea, and soda with caffeine is another cause of stress . For many , it's linked to not having enough sleep . When some people wake up , they are still tired . The problem is, caffeine stays in your body for at least five hours . The answer is simple : try to have only one coffee , tea , or soda each day , and for the rest of the day , drink water . Lots of it . People should drink at least eight glasses per day .