Stress Relief for Busy Parents
Parents juggle many responsibilities. It can get stressful—and hurt your health. Headaches, high blood pressure, and heart disease are all potential results of long-term stress. Here are some relieving tips:
- Make a to-do list; check off completed tasks.
- Be realistic about what you can do. Say no to unnecessary activities.
- Parents need downtime, too. Work out or meditate—whatever relaxes you.
- Schedule time to play with your kids.
June/July 2006 A Healthy Tomorrow
