2019 | OriginalPaper | Chapter
Change scene and break routine
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50 Ways to Manage Stress
A strong routine can be both useful and comforting (Way 23); changing our routine can also be helpful at times. Studies show that stress makes us more likely to stick to familiar habits even when we are aware they aren’t really helping.52 Sticking too closely to a routine can become dull and impair learning. If we keep seeing or doing the same things, it can seem as if there are few options.