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Originally Posted by Lauren_
I need help.
I'm going through a painful divorce thing right now, and I feel very lost & sad. My body wants me to soothe it with lots of carbs & sweets & yummy cheeeeeeeese -- all the foods that boost seratonin & other happy body chemicals.
Besides hot bath and massage, what are some other NON-food ways to be good to yourself when you're stressed & hurting?
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Lauren, my main non-food stress relievers are:
1. Reading- especially comfort books. Rosamunde Pilcher, LM Montgomery, Susan Allen Toth.
2. Walking with headphones on. I'd recommend somewhere safe for this. Also, walking in gardens/getting back to nature is good.
3. Journaling.
4. I just found a book on creating personal rituals.
The joy of ritual : spiritual recipes to celebrate milestones, ease transitions, and make every day sacred by Barbara Bizou. She has some interesting ideas for dealing with stress that might be useful.
I'm sorry you're having a tough time. Take care of yourself.