How to Be Chill

1. Do you want to be that chill person in your friend group that never sweats the small stuff and just enjoys his or her life? It can seem hard but its really not Read the directions below to get some great ideas for chilling out and making the most out of your life. .....

Dont bring the drama

2. People dont want drama in their friend group, so dont start drama. Dont gossip or tread on other peoples territory. Be happy with what youve got and the way things are. .....

Always be nice

3. Be nice to other people. Be polite, considerate, and respectful. Chill people dont cause drama or stir up a bunch of negative emotions by being jerks; chill people are nice and get along well with others. .....

Dont sweat the small stuff

4. Take your life in stride. Roll with the punches and be accepting of whatever life throws your way. This is pretty much the defining feature of a chill guy. .....

Be fun to hang out with

5. Dont be someone who is really boring and always doing the same stuff. Go out and do fun things and be someone that other people want to spend time with. Talk with people, go see movies, play games, go on hikes or go camping: its all good .....

Dont follow the trends

6. Be unique. A chill person doesnt feel the need to follow all the trends, they just do what they want and what makes them happy. This laid back attitude inspires others to be more laid back and people will want to be around you more often. .....

Dont react

7. Stop. Dont start yelling or cry or have any big reaction. Once you start, it can often snowball into a much bigger reaction. Catch yourself before you start a huge argument or a big scene. From here, you can redirect the situation to be in your favor. .....

Redirect your thoughts

8. Distract yourself from your immediate feelings by redirecting your thoughts. There are lots of ways you can do this. You can count your breaths. You can even sing a song (inside your head is probably better than out loud). .....

Chew some gum

9. Studies have show that we can reduce a significant amount of stress by chewing gum. Pop a stick of that winter fresh if youre just not feeling calm in the moment. .....

Evaluate how much this matters

10. Think about how much your problem matters in the grand scheme of things. Are you going to die? Is someone else going to die? As long as youre going to live, youll find a way to live through it and move on to more happiness and hardships. .....

Do what your grandma would do

11. By the time were much older, we usually dont get so worried when things dont go our way, because we get used to it. Think of how your grandma would react in a situation and do that. Shed probably say something funny and then move on to the next thing, which is really the best thing to do if you want to stay sane. .....

Go somewhere else

12. If you just cant handle the situation, take yourself out of it. No reason to stick around if youre going to lose your cool and make some mistakes. Remove yourself from the room for a few minutes and then try again once youve managed to work through the initial anger or fear (or whatever youre feeling). .....

Stay away from drama

13. Avoiding drama is the best way to be chill in life. Just say no to all the gossip, gangbangers, and wannabe reality stars. You dont need that in your life Keep people that start drama out of your life and dont go around starting drama of your own. Dont start none, aint gonna be none. .....

Keep some perspective

14. When things get you down, remember to compare your problems to other problems youve had or that other people have had. Your PS4 might be broken, but at least youve got a house, you know? Remember whats really important (your health, your family, etc) and dont sweat the small stuff. .....

Be confident

15. When you have lots of self confidence and comfort with who you are, you will have a much easier time being chill. You will know that its okay if you make a mistake, that it doesnt make you worthless or something like that. You will know you can handle whatever crazy life manages to throw at you. .....

Find enjoyment in life

16. Do things in life that make you happy. Dont do things that stress you out or are really for the benefit of others and not yourself. Doing things that make you happy will make you more calm and relaxed, helping you deal with all your problems in a better way. .....

Ignore the opinions of others

17. Not caring what others think will make many situations in your life less stressful, like arguments and rumors. .....

Keep a sense of humor

18. Youve got to laugh about stuff in life, especially the stuff that doesnt go your way, or youre going to spend life grumpy and stressed out. When someone is a jerk to you, dont get angry. Just laugh at them because they are clearly really dumb and miserable. .....

Dont procrastinate

19. Always be quick about getting things done instead of procrastinating and leaving them until the last minute. This will give you fewer things to stress about and let you take a laidback approach to life. .....

Listen to music

20. Listen to some music that will calm you down. Different music works for different people, of course, but generally soothing music will make you more chill then some hardcore rock. Look for music with low, calming sounds. You will know that music is calming when you notice that your pulse is lower. .....

Play with little kids or animals

21. When you notice that youre getting too tense and worked up, try chilling out by playing with some cute little kids or animals. Kids especially have such a happy view of the world and themselves, and their outlook can often change how you view your own life. If you dont have little kids in your life, think about volunteering with Big Brothers, Big Sisters (or a similar organization). .....

Exercise

22. Physically getting up and moving, and proper exercise especially, can have a really big impact on how you feel emotionally. If you feel like youre having problems being chill, go out for a run and see how you feel when you get back. You might be surprised .....

Watch a funny movie

23. A funny movie is a great way to relax and get into a chill mindset. You can watch cartoon movies that you loved as a kid or you can watch some more grownup movies that make you laugh instead. Movies like Dodgeball are usually good for a laugh, Bridesmaids is a great movie, and Office Space will be sure to have you laughing at your own life in no time. .....

Play a game

24. Another great way to chill is to play a game. You can play video games, board games, card games, or whatever you like. You can play alone or with other people. Games are a great way to exercise your brain and get your mind off of the problems and stresses in your life. It can also be a great way to bond with people that you love, which can really make your life more chill. .....

The calm workout

25. What is it? A new breed of holistic workout that promises to care for your head as well as your heart. With an emphasis on mental wellness as well as physical, its about freeing your mind (while toning your body). Who does it? Stressedout urbanites who want to look and feel good in a pair of microshorts. What does it do? Take Psycle, a new spinning gym, where classes take place in darkly lit rooms, with inspiring music, ballet moves and a meditat .....

Getting the needle

26. What is it? Did you think drips were only for the sick or the woefully dehydrated? Get up to speed. Nowadays the incrowd are getting their vitamins straight into their bloodstreams from drips at select medispas and private clinics. Who does it? Everyone whos anyone (magazine editors, models, celebrities) has taken to getting their calm fix at the end of a needle. Cara Delevingne and Rihanna are among those who have done it (and posted the evidenc .....

The mindfulness revolution

27. What is it? Buddhists have been meditating using the mindful technique for more than 2,000 years, but over the past five years the trend for living mindfully has become inescapable. Mindfulness is a form of meditation that encourages devotees to live in the moment by focusing on breath and acknowledging the fleeting nature of thoughts. Practitioners learn how to do this (from a book, app or course), then find time to zone out during their daily r .....

PUMP SOME PEACEFUL TUNES

28. The right music can melt away stress in a matter of seconds. Keep a few of the tunes that you know make you feel good on your phone so you can pop in your headphones and relax at a moments notice. Not sure what pushes your chill buttons? According to a recent study, the song Weightless by Marconi Union is the most relaxing song on earth. Worth a go .....

BREAK OUT THE DARK CHOCOLATE

29. Everything in moderation, of course but this quick fix is straight up chemistry. Our favoritesuperfood,dark chocolate, is not only packed full of antioxidants; it stimulates the brain to release beta endorphins happy chemicals Just40 grams a daywill do the trick, according to bestsellerThe DeStress Diet. .....

PET THE DOG

30. The positive effects of animal therapy include lowering blood pressure and easing anxiety, and can have you blissed out in no time at all. Not practical to bring your puppy with you to potentially stressful meetings? Try setting a cute photo as your iPhone wallpaper for a similar but more portable calming effect, or taking a few minutes to watch these .....

GET DOWN WITH NATURE

31. Interacting with nature can help you recover from stressful situations quicker, restore mental clarity andincrease general feelings of wellbeing. Even a quick glance out the window at nearby greenery can do the trick, or if you have a few minutes get outside and absorb Mother Natures good vibes. .....

YOUR NOSE KNOWS

32. One of the handiest pickmeup tools you can keep in your bag or desk draw is a little bottle of your favorite essential oil. Dab a few drops on a handkerchief, or even on your wrist and in just a few sniffs youll be on your way to feeling great. Any oil will do it, but naturopaths suggest citrus, lavender or jasmine have the quickest destress effect. .....

BREATHE IN BREATHE OUT

33. Deep breathing soothes the body and mind especially lengthening the exhalation which is known for its relaxation effects. Try this easy exercise to instantly chill out: breathe in to the count of five, hold in for five, and then slowly exhale while counting to five again. Repeat five times, and enjoy the instant calm As you get more comfortable with the exercise, you can increase the number of breaths, or slow your breath even more by counting to .....

LAUGH OR AT LEAST SMILE

34. Forcing a little laughter gives you all the benefits of the real deal so push out some ha ha has to lower your blood pressure and decrease stress hormones for an instant buzz. For a more subtle version, you can flash a simple smile to make yourself and the people around you feel happy instantly. .....

TAKE A TIME OUT

35. This tip isnt just for children it works wonders for adults too. No matter where you are, find a place you can be alone, with no distractions. Worst case scenario take a trip to the bathroom. In minutes youll be feeling calmer and more relaxed, and ready to face even the toughest of situations. .....

TUCK INTO AN ORANGE

36. Vitamin C helps lower both blood pressure and stress hormones so make sure youre eating at least one orange or tangerine per day and keep one at hand for a super fast chill out. You can also take a daily Vitamin C supplement if youre going through a particularly trying period. .....

MAKE A SONG AND DANCE

37. Studies have found that singing and dancing whether youre particularly talented at it or not help selfesteem and selfimage, which instantly boosts levels of calm. Singing encourages the jaw to relax, stimulates emotional expression and overcoming fears and frustrations, while dancing burns calories and inspires awareness. So whenever and wherever you can, put on your favorite music and enjoy likethis girl .....

Sip Green Tea

38. Instead of turning purple with rage, get green with a cup ofherbal tea. Green tea is a source ofLTheanine, a chemical that helps relieve anger. Boil the water, pour it out, and take a soothing sip. .....

Nosh on Chocolate

39. Just a square (about 1.4 ounces) of thesweet stuffcan calm your nerves. Dark chocolate regulates levels of thestress hormone cortisoland stabilizes metabolism .....

Slurp Some Honey

40. Replace stress with sweetness and try a spoonful of honey. Besides being anatural skin moisturizerandantibiotic, honey also provides compounds thatreduce inflammationin the brain, meaning it fights depression and anxiety. .....

Bite Into a Mango

41. Take a tropical vacation without leaving the desk chair. Use a fiveminute break to peel, slice, and bite into ajuicy mango, which packs a compound calledlinaloolthat helps lower stress levels. Dont fret about the juice dripping down your chin the stress relief is worth the mess. .....

Munch a Crunchy Snack

42. Sometimes theres nothing more satisfying thanmunching awayon a candy barwhen were stressed one study found stressed adults craved crunchy and salty snacks more than usual. But that salty crunch doesnt have to be so sugary a handful of trail mix or a bag of celery sticks will work just as well. .....

Meditate

43. No need to go on a retreat to the mountains five minutes of peace is all it takes to reap thebenefits of meditation.Theres evidencethat just two quick bouts of silent meditation per day can relieve stress and depression. Find a comfortable spot in a quiet place, concentrate on your breath, and feel those anxieties start to disappear. .....

Lay Your Head on a Cushion or Pillow

44. There are days when all we really need is a nice, long nap. But its not always possible to start snoring in the middle of the office. If youve got a pillow, youre already on the road to relaxation. Try this visualization technique:Lay your headdown for a few minutes and imagine the pillow is a sponge sucking up all your worries. .....

Remember to Breathe

45. Is there any simpler way to relax?Slow, deep breathscan help lower blood pressure and heart rate. For the fancy noses out there, trypranayama breathing, a yogic method that involves breathing through one nostril at a time to relieve anxiety. The techniques supposed to work the same way as acupuncture, balancing the mind and body (and possibly eliminating the need for a tissue). .....

Try Progressive Relaxation

46. Anxious? Just squeeze, release, and repeat.Progressive relaxationinvolves tensing the muscles in one body part at a time to achieve a state of calm. The method (also used by actors) is a great way to help fall asleep. .....

Use Creative Visualization

47. The doorbell rings. Its Ryan Gosling (or Elizabeth Banks), and he/she wants to know if youll marry him/her. Yes you shout and then sorry, times up. These little daydreams, also known as creative visualization, involve thinking of something that makes usfeel happy. Its an instant mood boost on hectic days when were feeling tense. .....

Close Your Eyes

48. You can close your eyes, its all right. Take a quick break from a busy office or a chaotic household by just lowering your eyelids. Its an easy way toregain calmand focus. .....

Give Yourself a Hand Massage

49. When theres no professional masseuse in sight, try DIYing ahand massageforinstant relaxationthat calms a pounding heart.Massagescan be especially helpful for people who spend a lot of time typing on a keyboard. Hands in general can carry a lot of tension. Apply some luxurious lotion and start kneading the base of the muscle under the thumb to relieve stress in the shoulders, neck, and scalp. .....

Be Alone

50. Not everyone needs a cabin the woods, but five minutes ofalone timecan help youcollect your thoughtsand clear your head. .....

Do Some Yoga

51. Put your feet up against the wall, of course. TheVipariti Kiraniyoga pose involves lying on the floor and resting the legs up against a wall. Not only does it give the body a good stretch, but it helps create peace of mind, too. .....

Stretch

52. Standing up for a quick stretch can relieve muscle tension and help us relax during a stressful workday. Why not try a shoulder rollout or a chestopening stretchright from the desk chair? .....

Write It Down

53. ust putting our emotionson papercan make them seem less intimidating. Try journaling before a big exam and it just might improve your score. .....

Do a Crossword Puzzle

54. Number 10 across: Anxious, overwhelmed, or freaking out (seven letters). If you guessed Stressed, youre in good shape to try some crossword puzzles. Brain games that requirelots of concentrationcan help take our mind off whatevers worrying us. .....

Smell Some Flowers

55. Really, stop and smell em.Certain odorscanchange our mood, and its hard to feel angry or upset with a nose full of roses. Keep a fresh jar of your favorite flowers near your workspace or in the living room, and take a whiff whenever anxiety strikes. .....

Nose Full of Coffee

56. Wake up and smell the latte. Just the odor of coffee can help reduce stress hormones no sipping required. .....

Talk to a Friend

57. When somethings really bothering you, it can help to share your feelings with a pal. In fact,more talkative folkstend to be happier in general. So vent to a coworker or call a close family member and spill. .....

Start Planning a Vacation

58. Crashing waves, warm sand, a gentle breeze ruffling your hair. Well, at least the image is nice. Take a break from work and start browsing the web for some future vacation spots. Sometimes the wholefun of a tripis in the planning, anyway. .....