Ways to chill - Change to Chill

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Be In the Moment
Center Yourself
Get Creative
Mix It Up
Move It

Enjoy Mother Nature
You are Pear-Fect
Spring Is In The Air
Focus On Every Bite
Smile & Shine
Don't Quit
Write a Kind Letter
Talk With Positivity
Warm Up With A Friend
Chill Out
Thankful Grateful Blessed
Born to Roam
Tis The Season
Infuse Your Life With Action!
Bloom & Grow
Focus on What's Important The Rest Can Wait.
Time to Find Your Balance
Be Thankful
Spread The Holiday Cheer
Take A Snooze
Watch The Autumn Leaves Fall
Let Go a Little & Just Let Life Happen
Find Peace
Focus On What Makes You Happy
Good Things Take Time
Write Down What You're Grateful For Every Day
Eat Healthy Feel Healthy
You Are Not Alone
Everything's Better With Music
The Best Project You'll Ever Work on is You
Mind Over Matter
What Are You Waiting For?
Make Today Amazing
Allow Yourself to Grow
Free Your Thoughts
Be Patient
Don't Let Anyone Steal Your Happiness
Listen More
Life Doesn't Have to be Perfect to be Wonderful
Create Your Own Sunshine
Collect Moments
Take Time to Decompress
Be Kind Today
Starve Your Distractions Feed Your Focus
Find a Connection Where There's No Wifi
Try Something New
Make Yourself a Priority
Think Positive Thoughts
Never Stop Moving
Take a Trip
Let Go of What Doesn't Make You Stronger
Never Give Up On Your Dreams
Accept What You Cannot Change And Change What You Cannot Accept
Listen to Your Favorite Song
Try Something Sweet
Wake Up. Find Peace. Repeat
Rest Your Eyes
Springing Forward for Day Light Savings
Embrace Your Inner Child
Inhale Exhale
One Foot In Front of The Other
Put Your Green Thumb to Use
Always Be A Work In Progress
You Got This
Good Times + Good People = Good Memories
Don't Hurry. Be Happy!
Too Blessed To Be Stressed
Capture Moments
Enjoy The Summer Breeze
Submitted by Grace H. from Linwood Monroe Arts Plus
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Submitted by Katelyn K. at Black Hawk Middle School
Submitted by Caleigh M. at Champlin Park
Submitted by Mia R. at Linwood Monroe Arts Plus
Get lost in a book.
Don't let anything stop you!
Focus your mind on the task at hand, and don’t let those distracting thoughts in
Hold a door, do an extra chore, or lend a hand to someone in need
Keep your mind on the goal
Let go of distractions and focus on your surroundings
Be strong and proud to be the person
Crack a smile
Things might not make sense right now, but eventually you’ll get where you need to go
You are stronger than you know
When you come to a problem, try looking at it from someone else’s perspective and give yourself some advice!
Turn on your favorite playlist and tune the rest out
Give yourself some fresh air and take a stroll around the block
Don’t overthink it, sometimes less is more
Keep a list of the things you hope to do in your life
Don’t avoid your commitments, confront the head-on
Take deep breaths when you feel yourself start to panic
Prioritizing is a crucial skill
Be open-minded and accepting of the people in your life
Think big, the possibilities are endless
In all your commitments, give it everything you’ve got.
We all have different activities that make us smile. Find yours!
Winning the race takes practice, just keep at it.
Whether on the court or in your schoolwork - take a shot!
Everyone has the power to be creative, express yourself!
Let someone teach you a new skill, you never know when it may come in handy
Organizing your things can be a great way to keep your mind in order too
Lend a hand in the garden
Don’t overthink everything, sometimes you just have to trust your gut
Over half of your body is made of water, so drink up!
Prepare ahead of time, and go in with a positive attitude.
Some decisions are better made after a good night’s sleep.
Get out there, adventure awaits!
Plan out breaks while working on a big project and stick to it!
Take a drive to clear your head
Start every day like it’s brand new
A positive attitude leads to positive outcomes
Try journaling as a way to deal with stress
Nearly everything takes practice, don’t give up!
Find a cause you care about, and volunteer a little of your time
Submitted by Linae E. from St. Timothy's, Buffalo,
Whatever your sport or hobby, set a new goal and go after it!
Looking back at good memories is a great way to reflect on all the positive things in your life.
Yellow, pink, orange, blue, and green are proven to be the best colors for boosting your mood.
Look for something small to smile about today.
Dive in with a positive attitude!
Plan a family game night.
Savor small moments, like a scenic drive.
Near or far, even if you can't take a trip, close your eyes and let your imagination wander.
Find a new bike path and go explore.
Today is your day to shine.
Reach out, we all need a hug sometimes.
Lists help us keep things straight and make a plan to get things done.
If you can't keep your thoughts straight, take 5 minutes to tidy up your space.
Eating healthy is important, but it doesn’t mean you can’t have a sweet treat from time to time!
It it's a mess in your room or a mess with your friends, be proactive and sort things out.
Everyone needs to sneak in a cat nap now and then.
Be kind to yourself, failure is part of life and only makes you stronger.
Exercise is a great way to keep your mind and body performing at top speed.
Hang that test you aced up on the fridge and be proud of all you accomplish.
Don't cry over spilled ice cream, clean up your mess and keep going.
Find a new recipe and channel your inner chef.
Make a list of your goals, both big and small.
Sometimes a good cry is all you need.
Not every day is a good day, but it's important to remember there will be good days ahead.
Self-care is important, make time in your day to relax.
Show the people in your life how much you care.
Replace a less-healthy snack with fruits and veggies to give your brain an extra boost of goodness.
Keep at it, and you’re sure to see improvement.
Stress can be magnified when you’re hungry, so fuel up.
Make yourself some tea and find a cozy place to gather your thoughts.
Clear your mind and focus on the task at hand.
Don’t be afraid to fail, often starting something is the hardest part.
Grab some popcorn and tune in to your favorite show.
Let your friends know that they you’re there for them.
Fresh air can feel good, no matter the weather.
Find a quiet space to gather your thoughts.
Talking things out with someone you trust can help lighten the load.
It takes practice.
Doing someone a favor can give you a mood boost too!
Let loose and have some fun.
Clear your mind by focusing on the here and now.
Talk it out - with a friend!
Pause. Take a moment to focus in on what you hear, smell and feel.
Go with your gut - it's usually right!
Laugh. Every. Day.
Prioritize sleep. Your body, mind and spirit will thank you.
Lift. It'll build more than your muscles.
Keep going. You'll be glad you did.
Be a leader. Help others. Make a difference.
Nourish yourself with nature's best flavors.
Treat yourself - fresh flowers, a walk in the sunshine or simply slowing down may be just what you need today!
Skip the text and talk instead. Phone calls are best for deeper, more thoughtful conversations.
Get cozy! Snuggle with your pet or your favorite blanket.
Rub-a-dub-dub - it's time to relax in the tub!
Step out of your comfort zone and try something new - a sport, recipe or volunteer opportunity!
Recharge with a good book, calming music or peaceful silence.
Take a hike (in a good way)! Grab some buddies to join you!
Be mindful. What do you see, smell and hear.
Explore the great outdoors each season - you may find a new liking to unexplored elements.
Brighten your day the natural way!
Submitted by Rythima R. from Paranassus Prep School, Maple Grove
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Write down something you are grateful for.
Stressed people speak fast and breathe shallow. By slowing down your speech you’ll feel less anxious and more in control of any situation.
Reward yourself when you make it through a stressful day. Recharge and energize yourself with a favorite book or activity.
Get outside for a break. Breathe in the healing power of fresh air.
Practice getting to know what kinds of things trigger stress for you. Be curious about your reaction and how it makes you feel then get creative about ways to just let it go. Breathing helps.
Notice your posture. Bad posture can lead to increased stress, muscle tension and pain. If you’re stuck at your desk most of the day, slouching can result. Lift your head, elongate your spine and drop your shoulders. Breathe.
Thoughts are powerful! Pause and pay attention to yours.
Stop what you are doing and take 10 deep, long breaths.
Take a whiff of something wonderful… a flower, lavender oil, an orange.
Listen to your favorite song or music genre.
Turn off your phone for three minutes (disconnect from technology) and breathe.
Daydream; think happy thoughts.
Grab a stress ball and give it some good, hard squeezes.
Take a short walk.
Lie down and close your eyes for a bit.
Read something just for fun.
Drink a glass of water or a cup of tea.
Take a Bath or Shower
Have a snack you enjoy. While chewing your food, practice mindful eating by paying attention to the texture and flavor.
If there are clouds, look for objects, animals and faces in them.
Journal your thoughts – either on paper or on your phone.
Organize something: Your locker, a part of your room, your school binder.
Find an inspirational poem or saying that you like and write it down or memorize it.
Play charades.
If you have long hair, braid it.
Doodle on a piece of paper.
Make art.
Build a fort using whatever you have (a blanket, a desk, pillows, a big box) then relax in it.
Jump rope.
Do a quick muscle relaxation: Tense different parts of your body and hold for several seconds. Then release.
Play music and notice how the beat and rhythm feels inside of you. Move your head or body, sway or dance to express how it feels to you.
Take off your shoes and walk barefoot in the grass (but not in the winter when it is really cold outside!)
Learn to juggle. It uses different parts of your brain and changes the rut stress creates.
Dance.
Sit up straight and interlock your fingers behind your head. Pull your elbows back, stretching your upper back and chest muscles. Bring your elbows forward. Repeat.
If you’ve been sitting a lot, stand up and walk around.
Find a form of exercise YOU enjoy, schedule time to do it.
Do something that makes you laugh
Scratch a dog behind the ears or play with a pet
Do a good deed or volunteer
Say something kind to someone, in person or in a text or email.
Try out a relaxation technique such as meditation or guided imagery
Talk about your feelings with a friend, parent or someone else you’re close to
Stop comparing yourself to others; it only puts you in a negative mindset.
Don’t chase perfect, chase perfectly healthy and happy.
Use the thumb and index finger of one hand to squeeze the soft spot between the thumb and index finger of the other. Hold and count to three. Switch sides.

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