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ways to kill stress

 

减压秘诀

 

Watch a Funny Video Clip

 

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Here's a simple and practical tip: Watch a funny video clip on YouTube. Research shows that seeing something amusing activatesthe part of the brain that produces calm physiological¹ responses and tranquility. This can lead to less anxiety and more happiness.

 

Take a Walk Outside

 

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A walk a day keeps the doctor away … literally². Just as any other cardiovascular activity does, walking boosts endorphins in the body, which alleviates³ mild depression and improves mood. As a result, you'll feel less stressed and more alert.

 

Whenever possible, make sure you take your walkout doors. A number of studies show that spending time outside is a great way to relieve stress. It can improve energy levels and memory by as much as 20 percent.

 

One UK study even suggests walks in green spaces put the brain into a "meditative⁴ state."

1 physiological   

adj.生理学的，生理学上的

参考例句：

• He bought a physiological book.他买了一本生理学方面的书。
• Every individual has a physiological requirement for each nutrient.每个人对每种营养成分都有一种生理上的需要。

2 literally   

adv.照字面意义，逐字地；确实

参考例句：

• He translated the passage literally.他逐字逐句地翻译这段文字。
• Sometimes she would not sit down till she was literally faint.有时候，她不走到真正要昏厥了，决不肯坐下来。

3 alleviates   

减轻，缓解，缓和( alleviate的名词复数 )

参考例句：

• Heat often alleviates pain. 热常常能减缓疼痛。
• A cold compress often alleviates pain. 冷敷常会减轻疼痛。

4 meditative   

adj.沉思的，冥想的

参考例句：

• A stupid fellow is talkative;a wise man is meditative.蠢人饶舌，智者思虑。
• Music can induce a meditative state in the listener.音乐能够引导倾听者沉思。