A Quick Stress Reset

12 Days of Wellness
Written By Shelley Rael, MS RDN

A Quick Stress Reset

Quick Tip:

When your brain feels overloaded, use a 60-second reset — breathe, step outside, or put on one song. (Okay, that “one song” could be 2-5 minutes, but still.)

Why It Helps:

Interrupting the stress cycle gives your body a chance to regulate rather than react.

Try This Today:

  • Inhale for 4 seconds, exhale for 6.

  • Take a 3-minute walk to change your environment.

  • Pick a calming or upbeat song and listen all the way through.

This is when I think of the saying, ‘dance like nobody's watching.’

Shelley Rael, MS RDN

Shelley A. Rael, MS RDN, is a dedicated Registered Dietitian Nutritionist based in New Mexico, USA. As the owner of Real World Nutrition, her private practice, she's passionate about guiding individuals toward eating and living healthier in the real world. Beyond one-on-one consultations, Shelley is a multifaceted professional. She's a podcaster, author, speaker, and consultant known for her commitment to dispelling nutrition myths and providing evidence-based information. Her mission is to empower people to achieve improved health, wellness, and energy without resorting to restrictive diets or misinformation.

https://www.shelleyrael.com/
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