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Need to relieve stress? Try cleaning your house

by Halit Yerebakan

May 16, 2019 - 1:36 am GMT+3
The latest studies show that cleaning has a therapeutic effect on stress.
The latest studies show that cleaning has a therapeutic effect on stress.
by Halit Yerebakan May 16, 2019 1:36 am

Everyday events such as missing the bus, being late for work or school and many other small chaotic incidents can cause a lot of stress. What if I tell you the best thing to do to relieve stress is to clean?

Stress is a part of everyday life in the modern world. While some accept stress as part of their lives, others take precautions to avoid stress during the day. While massages, certain teas and social activities are known to prevent everyday stress, recent studies have discovered that people can also relax while cleaning. So while you are cleaning, both your house and your brain can be cleaned.

In short, cleaning has a healing effect. When you are stressful, your stress level skyrockets if the place you are in is messy and dirty. However, if the surroundings are clean and tidy, your mood starts to change. Clean and tidy surroundings makes you relaxed and calm. Studies show that people who live in untidy houses have higher levels of stress hormones. When a person is stressful and there are things that are in his or her mind to solve, then he or she cannot stand any disorganization.

For instance, doing routine chores such as washing the dishes can relax your mind and give you some stress-free time. Drinking relaxing teas and controlling your breathing also helps your body, mind and soul to relieve stress.You might also feel like you are suffering from burnout syndrome when you are stressed. In these cases, you must learn how to manage stress and avoid any stressful situations. However, denying that you are stressed is not a cure. First, you have to come to terms with your stress and then discover the causes before trying to fix them. All you have to do is look at everything on the bright side and find ways to reduce your stress levels.

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