Weighted Blankets

Weighted blankets are a lifesaver for people with anxiety. They come in different weights and are used to place light pressure on your body to replicate a calm and safe feeling. When your stress levels are getting really high and you need to just sit and calm down, a weighted blanket is a safe and affordable option. Many weighted blankets also come with different covers that can help prevent the blanket from getting too toasty. 

Bathroom Products

Stress can be caused by our bathroom products not doing what they should. Pain can trigger your anxiety and if you are not treating your sensitive teeth then it will cause you unnecessary stress throughout the day. Research the best toothpaste for sensitive teeth and choose a product that is a good fit for you.

If you are self-conscious about your acne, then take the necessary steps to treat it. You can try over-the-counter products or see a dermatologist. But it can be easy to determine what may be causing your acne by using online resources. By increasing your confidence in your skin, you are decreasing unnecessary stress throughout your day. 

Life is too short to stress about issues that are fixable. Similar to the above fixes, make sure to pay attention to things that bother you like foot odor or excess sweat and look into solutions. 
 
Oil Diffuser
While it is not scientifically proven, many people say that using different essential oils can treat their stress among other ailments. The most popular essential oils to treat stress are Lavender, Bergamot, Sandalwood, and Rose. Peppermint can boost your energy and aid in digestion which has been linked to feelings of stress. Ylang-Ylang is also recommended for stress but is also used to treat headaches, nausea, and skin conditions. If you do decide to use essential oils, it is recommended that you invest in good quality and do not buy bargain brands since you are breathing in remnants of these products. 
 
Blue Light Blocking Products
Blue light has been linked to disrupting your sleep cycle and lack of sleep can cause a lot of stress. It is recommended that everyone limits the use of their cellphones and televisions before going to bed. If you can't avoid the use of electronics during the day and before going to bed, blue light glasses and applications that filter out blue light can be extremely useful. 
 
Coloring Books and Other Crafts
Many people have found that doing mindless crafts such as coloring or using sticker books reduces anxiety and stress. This allows someone to put whatever may be stressing them out of their mind and focus on something simple that they can control. The images available for adult coloring books are extremely varied now because it is so popular so you can find anything from flowers to comic book characters. You can also create your own coloring pages online using free resources. Sticker books are a fun and new alternative where you are given repositionable stickers and themed pages that correspond with them. The best part is that because the stickers are repositionable, there is no stress associated with messing up. 
 
Supplements
Different supplements can help you mitigate your stress if taken regularly. There is a distinction among many brands between daytime stress-fighting supplements and nighttime supplements. B complex vitamins can help convert food to energy which can alleviate stress during the day especially if you are struggling with getting enough sleep. Ashwagandha and melatonin are supplements that are recommended to take to calm down before going to sleep. Specifically, melatonin is a chemical that your body produces to signal that it is time to go to rest. 
 
To fight your stress, you can pinpoint the source of this feeling and look for products and practical solutions. 

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