Top tips to live stress-free

About this author

Dr. John Douillard has been teaching Ayurvedic medicine, natural health, fitness, and nutrition internationally for 21 years.  Dr. Douillard is the author of 15 books, CDs and DVDs including:  The 3-Season Diet, Perfect Health for Kids, The Encyclopedia of Ayurvedic Massage, and Body, Mind, and Sport, which has sold over 100,000 copies and has been printed in six languages.

Dr. Douillard’s tips to live stress-free:

1. Regular exercise
2. Develop structure and routine in your life
3. Set practical goals (short and long term)
4. Daily meditation (20-30 minutes 2 x day)
5. Take deep breaths to help calm you down
6. Eliminate pain relieving drugs and excessive alcohol use
7. Utilise lunch breaks, weekends and holiday periods – relax!
8. Spend time with family and friends
9. Speak to someone about your stress (family, friends, counsellor)
10. Think positively