Lemme Tell You About Stress :(

SO THAT LOOKS LIKE ME JUST A FEW MINUTES AGO.. O__o

(Picture from http://www.learning3pointzero.com/2011/04/10/theres-no-point-fighting-stress-manage-it/ )

Do you have stress??? YES! Everyone has stress even babies! < yeah  I know right! When my gym teacher told me Babies have stress I was a little iffy.. But She know's what she's talking about so I believe her.. But anyway.. Everyone has stress, but not everyone knows how to deal with the stress. First here are some reasons you maybe stressed out as a teen. 

• Pressure to do good in school
• pressure to wear certain types of clothing or hairstyles
• pressure to try drugs, alcohol or sex
• pressure to fit in
• family and peer conflicts
• taking on too many activities at one time
• weight

Now here are a couple of ways to ease the stress. They may seem like they aren't going to work, but you may be surprised. 

• Taking deep breaths and encouraging yourself < I do this often
• Breaking large goals, down into smaller goals
• Exercising and eating regularly
• Focusing on things you can control and letting go of things you cannot control
• Rehearsing and practicing feared situations like speaking in public
• Talking about problems with others
• Lowering unrealistic goals 
• Taking breaks and doing enjoyable activities, like music, art, sports, socializing
• Accepting yourself as you are, realizing no one is perfect!

Sounds kinda cheesy, but it def. doesn't hurt to try! :)