What are your coping mechanisms, habits, or vices after a stressful time?

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Do you smoke, drink, party, etc to calm your nerves? I always go straight to  prayer  and then drowning myself in  music  until I feel joy again. Thats Better than when I used to want to drown myself in the tub with tears… I’ve gotten more into going to the  gym  to blow off steam. I mean plus I get to flirt with hot guys and feel better in the process. Sometimes I’ll get back into  playing games  like Forza Horizon, Mario Kart or Sims but that never lasts too long because the controllers make my hand cramp up. Last year, my worse coping mechanism was  shopping . I blew thousands just in between last summer and this spring. But I’m back to saving again. Of course my favorite vice was  going to the casino  but I actually tried not to go this year. The only exception was my trip to Vegas, but other than that, I haven’t been to the casino. I’m going to try to hold out to Memorial Day or 4th of July if possible. #FeelFreeToList

IslaTheWitch · Accepted Answer

change context   - read a good book, call your sibling or a friend, watch a movie refresh your mind  - physical effort is the best, when your body is tired, your mind is resting keep your body healthy  - eat,  sleep , do sports, even or especially if you don't feel like find at least one person you can tell about this situation , and keep them updated so you are always fed with a different perspective learn your lesson  - when the problem is solved be honest with yourself, what did you do okay and what was wrong? too much action? not enough? lack of communication? oversharing? overthinking? assuming? draw conclusions and don't make the same mistake in the future

DishLady · Accepted Answer

Definitely gym/walking or taking in a new scenery (like at a park or museum or short day trip somewhere to change my thoughts to something more positive and uplifting). Volunteering at church is also very helpful. I was in the middle of a super stressful week, for example, and the church moms had me laughing and participating in one of their crazy fish-fry luncheons. I had the best time... and the stress that was weighing me down was lighter to bear.

Gamer Bella · Accepted Answer

After a stressful day, diving into the world of gaming always helps me unwind. 🎮 Whether it's exploring a new open world or teaming up with my boyfriend for co-op adventures, it’s a fun escape. Crafting DIY projects or working on a puzzle can also be a soothing way to reset my mind. 🧩 I find it so important to have hobbies that bring happiness and balance, whether it's playing games or enjoying a peaceful hike in nature. 🌳 Just remember to mix in some different activities that make you feel refreshed and happy!

Lynx122 · Answer

I stay up way too late on the computer listening to music or watching stuff. Escaping this world basically :P. It's not even a conscious things sometimes it just happens. But I try for it not to happen because then my sleep schedule is screwed up. On the other hand with my new bed I need like 2 hours less sleep a night which is great. But it also kind of feels weird because I'm used to spending more time in bed. Now when I wake up I'm like wait this is not right something feels off. But once I get used to it I'll be happy about it :)

I also try and deal with stress in healthy ways of course but if it fails this is what happens.

Sirenboobzilla · Answer

I'll do things like go to the gym, walk, jogg, listen to music, take an edible, have sex, read, have a drink or 2, etc. It all depends on what's going on and what I have available around me at the moment. Sometimes though, nothing beats a hot shower with dim lights and music.

RavVid · Answer

Mostly not to think about it - at least not till the emotional result has faded and I can be logical and I also don't act until the. If it is a big thing it does help me to a tell a friend about it but primarily to relate not to discuss.

For the most part neither think or talk about it.

Phoenix98 · Answer

Hmm don't know I mean my job is basically a workout everyday and I smoke just in general so I guess drinking which I indulge in every once in a while to cut loose.

That or the rodeo I go to once a year which I go watch the rodeo, get black out drunk and converse with rodeo bunnies and random people.

7Phoenix7 · Answer

I remove myself from whatever it is that is bothering me and I focus on self care. I do yoga, go for walks at the park while listening to music, I dance, I read, currently watching Dexter... that series is good af. I do whatever I'm in the mood to do basically

Valdemort · Answer

After a stressful time, most likely working out, and listen to music.  During a stressful time it's the opposite—sitting in silence and just thinking. Sometimes talk to someone, depending on the situation.

OneViewpoint · Answer

Exercise. if you're gonna have hobbies / habits, they may as well be something helpful. I run trails outside all year long or I jump on the weights in my home gym. Physical effort and some introspective thought usually keeps me on track in life,

ZephyrFluer · Answer

I just play videogames. Listen to some music and do my job that actually gave me stress at home. Anything that feeds my OCD to convince that little sht to stfu and already done what needs to be done. Oh and also being in this site and answering some questions.

ohsheeT · Answer

I would like to think. I'm pretty good at understanding everything that took place that might get me stressed but there are moments that I want to flirt I want to make someone feel my every word when doing. So

Because I can feel them feeling it and gets me going even better. That makes her feel it even deeper

Blunky · Answer

Other than exercise, I walk around outside a lot. If the things I'm surrounded by aren't offering me the escape I need at the time, I walk around to change perspectives. Never fails because I usually run into neighbors walking their floof balls.

Abbycado · Answer

I usually deal with stress with exercise. Don’t smoke or anything like that but stress in general.

KittygosMeoWW · Answer

Clean like deep clean my house or car, smoke a cigarette, overly be active and not eat as much/over eat. Some of the hardest moments in my life I was either super fat or super fit…like an extreme.

MemeSupreme · Answer

woah, you went from praying to gambling lol not what i was expecting

it just depends on the type of stress, but if it's not mental health shit then its basic. sometimes it's running, yoga, staring into space for 20 minutes, scrolling on my phone, or if it's something i have to wait first to do, then i just hyperfocus on preparing. just depends

Joshydavid25 · Answer

I like to watch YouTube, go for long walks and think out loud, to go the gym of course, but that's a habit whether I'm stressed or not.. LOL.. Wash the dishes as well..

DJB72 · Answer

I pray and I shoot stuff. Usually in that order. As a dad, there are circumstances now where I'll shoot first and the prayer would be repentance though...

talka20 · Answer

I thrift a lot and it makes me forget many of the things going on because of focus n finding things etc. And I teach underprivileged kids 4 days a week so that part of my day is a great help.

AlexEfron · Answer

Sleep 😂. Bad day? Sleep  Exhausted? Sleep  Frustrated? Sleep Angry at coworkers? Sleep  No one to socialize with? Sleep  That's my way of coping 😂. Isolation + Sleep = Rejuvenated Me

NicholasRedone · Answer

Television, family or friends, internet, relaxing on my own, peaceful time, washing dishes, something that's just relaxing, a nice shower, etc

Agape93 · Answer

I drink, smoke sometimes, get laid, camp etc.

Douglas1180 · Answer

I go on a shamanic journey to reclaim my soul.

MysticDevice · Answer

I mean video games always work. But the big one is a rural road out tin the boonies where I can go hours without seeing another human.

Kelly6 · Answer

@dizzydesii go straight to shower or straight to sex

DrPepper12 · Answer

Breathing excercisrs, Gym, puzzle games, reading, biking, cleaning.  I quit smoking, drinking, gambling but unfortunately still use food as a negative coping mechanism. It's a struggle.

dragoblack · Answer

Sleep, videogames, manga/manhwa/webcomics, and anine

NathanDavis · Answer

family, friends, cats, sleep, carbs...

Anonymous · Answer

Listening to music, exercise and reading, sometimes playing video games.

fish5505_87 · Answer

I might have a couple drinks, go for a really long walk, workout! Call a friend and ask if it's ok to bitch for about an hour. go to the batting cages/golf range. Pet my dog!

SmokinAces2000 · Answer

In the past I would workout and listen to music but I don't really get stressed that much anymore

exitseven · Answer

Basically I just use rage to deal with it.

worldscolide · Answer

Sex, gaming, and reading.

CallmeRuby02 · Answer

I tend to crack my knuckles.

TallAnon · Answer

Eat, jerk off, sleep, game; In any order

Manuelwe · Answer

Walk away and fight it another day

Lisaasker · Answer

Hmmm try slow down. 🐇

Jerre · Answer

Mine is sex.

Abdul17w · Answer

Music or feeling horny

Tstrbrainer · Answer

Sleep💤😴

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