The Healthy Chef Vol. 1 Issue 2

Stress Relievers

Tips that can help with the stress of life and work

“Maybe the cat has fallen into the stew, or the lettuce has frozen or the cake has collapsed -- eh bien, tant pis! [well, too bad!] Usually one’s cooking is better than one thinks it is. And if the food is truly vile, as my ersatz eggs Florentine surely were, then the cook must simply grit her teeth and bear it with a smile -- and learn from her mistakes.”
– Julia Child

Stress and anxiety are common experiences for most people. In fact, 70% of adults in the US say they feel stress or anxiety daily. Add the stress of working in a restaurant and it can be overwhelming. Here are some things you can do to help relieve stress.

1. Exercise: Exercise is one of the most important things you can do to combat stress. It might seem contradictory but putting physical stress on your body through exercise can relieve mental stress. 

 2. Reduce Your Caffeine Intake: I know, I know. Easier said than done. But studies have shown, high doses of caffeine can increase Anxiety.

3. Laugh: Laughing can be difficult when you are stressed out, but it is one of the best ways to relieve stress. Studies have shown laughter can help relax muscles and your response to stress.

4. Learn to say No: Saying no can be hard but sometimes you just need to take the time for yourself. If you feel overwhelmed and unable to catch up, say no so you can take care of your needs first. It’s easier said than done at times, but if you don’t allow yourself time to catch up, you will continually feel overwhelmed, which will lead to more stress.

We understand it’s a lot easier to say it than to do it. Daily practice will allow you to get better at recognizing your stress level and allow you to work on lowering the amount of stress you carry.

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