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Mar 2016
7:02pm, 1 Mar 2016
1,038 posts
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Will Crash
I just spent 20 minutes in silence in my local church. Absolute bliss. No iPhones etc and time to think and clear my thoughts. 😊👍
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Mar 2016
9:14pm, 1 Mar 2016
22,143 posts
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McGoohan
That Sleep With Me thing seems to be different to Jeff Bridges but similar
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Mar 2016
9:28pm, 1 Mar 2016
20,616 posts
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halfpint
Another vote for headspace.
I've found climbing a great stress reliever. I think it's a combination of the physical effects of the climbing - I think it engages the proprioceptive and vestibular systems which seems to reset the system and there's also adrenaline and dopamine effects (I'm sure someone medical will be along to correct me) - and the fact that I am totally in 'flow' during climbing - totally focused on the problem which stops me ruminating on everything in the whole world for those few minutes. It sounds like you are injured so I guess it might not be an option but I would highly recommend it. I can leave the house feeling stressed, tired and totally lacking in motivation and finish my session feeling energised and significantly less stressed.
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Mar 2016
9:44pm, 1 Mar 2016
20,361 posts
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Derby Tup
W C, that sounds good
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Mar 2016
10:42pm, 1 Mar 2016
650 posts
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Fragile Do Not Bend
Yoga classes are my thing - they tick so many boxes as they combine stretching and strength exercises as well as a guided relaxation session at the end.
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Mar 2016
10:45pm, 1 Mar 2016
9,022 posts
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LindsD
Swimming if you can.
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Mar 2016
11:21pm, 1 Mar 2016
20,617 posts
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halfpint
The 30 day yoga camp was a good intro to yoga and I agree with FDNB.
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Mar 2016
11:50pm, 1 Mar 2016
33,515 posts
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Velociraptor
Knitting usually works for me. It's rhythmic, and requires just enough concentration to keep unwanted thoughts out. And at the end you've got a jumper or a pair of socks.
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Mar 2016
8:07am, 2 Mar 2016
26,812 posts
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OhMyFleecingGod
You're right, hp, things which engage your attention and encourage a sense of flow are useful.
When I was a teenager and feeling stressed out, I used to go somewhere with a view and just sit there for ages. I had a secret place overlooking the ocean in a scrubby bit of bushland. I miss that place. It seems like it needs to be somewhere high up for the best effect, though sitting near water is also quite calming. Being outdoors is good. Gardening is very therapeutic. Unless you happen to be in charge of your allotment site 
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Mar 2016
10:05am, 3 Mar 2016
4,986 posts
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HermanBloom
Really appreciate the advice guys. Been trying Headspace for three days now and liking it. Been having some issues recently that resulted in a trip to a and e last night because I am a bit daft (actually I'm not, pays to get these things checked out I guess, but doesn't stop you feeling silly). Come to the conclusion I need some help but alongside that 10% need to find something to fill in the running gap, as I think that is having an impact for sure.
I actually don't have issues getting to sleep, though recently wake up several times in the night, so might get Sleep with Me. if only for the name
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