If you’re feeling stressed-out right now, know that you are not alone. We believe the videos, suggestions and resources below will help you manage your stress in healthy ways. For instructions to view this page in Spanish, click on en Español.
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Things to do to feel better
Watch this video and take a six-minute mindfulness break.
Explore the tools and tips on this page and find a few that work for you.
Make time for mental health self-care each day. Maybe schedule a mindfulness practice into your day.
Check out the calming rooms and meditation apps on this page, or consider journaling, coloring… it only matters that it works for you.
Go outside and walk, run, or swim. Sounds a bit basic, but it’s amazing the difference endorphins can make.
Know that not all stress is bad or unhealthy. But if you are feeling overwhelmed, reach out to a trusted adult. Resources and support are available.
Resources to help your parents/guardians support you
Curated Gallery of Resources
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Calming rooms and live streams
Techniques and guidance for stress relief and better sleep
STRESS! (Teen Health from Nemours)
A Body Scan Meditation to Help You Sleep, (Mindful Magazine)
Relaxation Techniques for Stress Relief (helpguide.org)
Five Ways to Prevent Stress Build Up (Teen Health from Nemours)
Yoga for Stress Relief (Teen Health from Nemours)
Stress Center (Teen Health from Nemours)
How to Meditate (Meditation Oasis)
A Meditation on Observing Thoughts, Non-Judgmentally, by Jon Kabat-Zinn, (Mindful Magazine)
Try a free and helpful App
Recommended videos
Audio guides - super relaxing
The UCLA Mindful Awareness Research Center offers a series of outstanding free audio meditations with the mission of fostering mindful awareness across the lifespan through education and research to promote well-being and a more compassionate society. Visit Free Guided Audio Meditations (The UCLA Mindful Research Center).
Click on one of the following mp3s created by New York University for a guided relaxation exercise. Want relaxation to go? These mp3s are downloadable - right click and save to your computer. The voice of this young adult guide is very soothing.
