Thats cool you know how to de stress, I do some breathing exercises or there are some guided meditation videos on youtube that i go to that are really relaxing. They help to calm my mind and keep me relaxed.

Fitness has honestly become my biggest means of reducing stress. It's more about maintaining mental wellness for me now than striving for physical fitness (although that is still important). Fitness distracts me; it removes me from my stress-filled existence and takes me to a place where I dont have to worry or stress. I dont have to think about work or any other stressors, all I have to think about is how Im going to get this bar of the ground or run that few extra feet.

Interested to hear what others have to say on this topic.

Gaming is my de-stressor. I love to play City Girl Live on Facebook. It reminds me of playing with dollhouses as a little girl. Also, I love listening to music. Coldplay, The Fray, Sia, and One Republic are my favorite....Chris Martin has that voice that makes you just want to hug the world. Music is very therapeutic.

I love music and working out it keeps me worry free & staying busy always help

I am a caregiver for a relative with a chronic illness. I wont go into details but it is a major noose around my neck. I find a good support group helps.

A good friend to laugh with and just plain cut up with is great for lifting the spirit. Other things I do often are walking, it is good for my body and will help, but doesn't necessary calm my mind. Music will lift my mood. A good movie I can really get into helps me totally relax because then I forget my stresses. Like I mentioned in a recent previous post yoga is very beneficial, my goal to do daily.
I have in the past tried herbs when I know there will be a few months of non stop stress.

I'm the primary caregiver for my dad and I find distraction does help. I watch a lot of You Tube. Also communicating with my DS support group online.

To cut my situation-caused severe isolation I developed a hobby so I could give readings so people would come over. They've started trickling in, and its amazing how much difference even two such visits a week make to my mood.

I'm looking for more ideas though.

Comedy is good for me. Although it is hard to find what I like, I enjoy a totally off the chain movie like, "RV", with Robin Williams., for me, the more out there, the better. Good for a lot of belly laughs.

It is real hell. But my favorite words are: if you are going throught hell - dont stop. Two things have helped me on my way: sport and a e-book: http://howtogetridofstressfast.com/index.php/how-to-get-rid-of-stress-and-anxiety/
It is full of real, no-bullshit tips. It costs 5 or 6 bucks. And it worth every cent i paid for it! It is awesome!