Express yourself with a short story, letter, or poem.

Take some time to travel.

Spend time with your friends.

Enjoy the beauty of snow storms.

Talking to your best friend

Bake a batch of cookies.

Listen to the ocean.

Squeeze a stress ball to help you deal with the physical symptoms of stress.

Keep all electronics turned off and out of your bedroom while you sleep.

Do something unexpected and kind for someone else.

Find five kind things to say about yourself in the morning every day. Look in the mirror as you say them to yourself.

Take a 20-minute, recharging nap.

Separate yourself from situations that are bad for you.

Spend time with a family member- like baking cookies, playing games with a sibling, or watching a movie.

If you feel upset slow your breathing by counting your breaths in and out.

Spend time with people who make you feel good about yourself; not people who tear you down.

Find a favourite quote, religious saying or verse, or song lyric that has a calming effect on you. Write it on Post-It notes and put them in places where you’ll see them frequently.

Eat a small piece of dark chocolate (70 per cent cacao or higher).

Light a lavender scented candle or use an essential oils diffuser.

Take a warm bath or shower.