Relieving Stress

SimonB · Brolly Dolly Joined: 23 Sep 2005 Karma :

I know a lot of people of worse off than me and that I should be grateful for the things I have which I am. However recently I am feeling down, tired and generally in a bad mood I think this is because:

I don’t like my job (working to change that)
Not to keen on the new puppy that we got on Monday.
Don’t have a girlfriend (well who would want to be around me at the moment)
Not been on a decent ride out for a while, damn weather!

So I was wondering how do the good people of BCF do relieve themselves of stress or what do you do when your in a bad mood?

I found out this morning riding a bike when you’re in a bad mood isn’t perhaps a good idea, too aggressive.
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Whosthedaddy · Super Spammer Joined: 11 Dec 2005 Karma :

Go to the gym Wink

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Go to the pub. But don't play the fruit machine. Brick Wall

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Sorry for the last one, im not Mr Optimism today.

Buy a punch bag, and everytime you hit it, think of someone you hate.
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dransy · World Chat Champion Joined: 04 May 2005 Karma :

I agree with going to the gym or running if not do some weights i always find that a good stress relief , if not just do something you enjoy doing to take your mind of stuff
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byke95 · World Chat Champion Joined: 25 Mar 2004 Karma :

Stress is a funny old thing: it's 95% how you think about what happens to you, not what is actually happening to you (i.e. the stressors).

As mentioned: going to the gym is a good thing but it won't stop the stressors or you thinking of them. Withought launching into amateur therapy it sounds like you're doing the right thing: looking at what you can control (i.e. job) in terms of where you are now and where you'd like to be in the future, and taking steps to get there. As far as being mentally healthy goes, you're doing well!

As for the rest, where possible do the same (how can you think about it differently/change it etc.) but also appreciate that some things (e.g. the weather) are out of your control.

DonTony · Banned Joined: 28 Jul 2005 Karma :

techierob · Traffic Copper Joined: 05 Oct 2006 Karma :

sod the puppy - get a kitten. It's 100% proven * that kittens reduce stress and make you live longer

*pet owners live 4-years longer on average

SimonB · Brolly Dolly Joined: 23 Sep 2005 Karma :

Wow didn't expect this kind of reponse! There are quite a few suggestions about going to the gym and to be honest I have given it some thought before.

Paivi · World Chat Champion Joined: 30 Sep 2005 Karma :

Take the puppy for long walks; his/her antics are bound to lift your spirits. Plus, you get fresh air and exercise. And, a cute puppy is a girl magnet. Thumbs Up

befdelta7 · Brolly Dolly Joined: 24 Aug 2006 Karma :

Nb · World Chat Champion Joined: 17 May 2005 Karma :

For me i find riding my bike does the trick. I happen to like riding in shitty weather, my bike makes it feel easy. I just cruise around for an hour and then return home usually feeling happier. Laughing

Another thing i do is read about peoples travels around the globe on bikes from here https://www.advrider.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=2
Or failing that shag the missus/have a sherman :delete as appropriate. Laughing

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metallninja · Two Stroke Sniffer Joined: 17 Nov 2006 Karma :

base · Trackday Trickster Joined: 09 Nov 2004 Karma :

being a bit hacked off with life is normal, time of year i reckon, i say take the puppy for a walk, teach it some manners, whilst walking you be surprised at what a chick magnet they can be.............2 birds one stone..............worth a go..........

kawashima · World Chat Champion Joined: 03 May 2005 Karma :

I would play bowling, dart, sing favorite songs at karaoke box for 1 hour, go home and take a bath longer. Then I drink a little, and go to bed without watching TV or internet at all. TV ,internet, and TV game sometimes enlarge my stress. Warmed body get colder, then I can fall asleep well. (But I often turn on PC and regret staying up late next morning).

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JodieWodie · Reflective Banana Joined: 22 Jul 2004 Karma :

Aww, bless
You should let the puppy into your heart! It is proven that lil animals can reduce your stress

Love the wee beastie a lot, make it your new focus to teach him a new trick every week! That would be cool.
I agree, take him for walks... you will feel energetic and happier, and the women will flock to yer! Wink

Failing that, drink some vodka Thumbs Up

**BTW.. you got a photo of this lil darlin pup?? That would be nice. Make all us woman say ahhhhhh Embarassed

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Speedy3 · Traffic Copper Joined: 13 Aug 2006 Karma :

Rent a movie
have a wank

Instant stress relief for under £5.

SimonB · Brolly Dolly Joined: 23 Sep 2005 Karma :

I'm not too bothered about the weather its more annoying than anything. I did go out for a quick random blast the other night it was stupidy cold but I felt so much better afterwards.