Stress can take a toll on your mental health, and what better way to deal with stress than a hobby you find relaxing or fun? Working on ways to prevent stress can lead to a happier outcome.

One way you can release the build up of stress is simply by getting enough sleep. If you have a job on top of doing school work, make yourself a schedule for when you can work on homework and get at least seven hours of sleep. You can set up a journal to place the times in order you want your tasks done. Checking them off will you keep you motivated to finish your list.

Listening to music can take your mind off the big problem. Don’t push the problem aside; get to a calm state of mind to deal with the problem. This will make your response to the situation more calculated.

Eating fruits and drinking enough water can also help you deal with stress, making a healthy and delicious way to cope.

Going on hikes, riding a bike, or going camping can help relieve stress. If those are not accessible, simply walk around your neighborhood while listening to music.

Hopefully you can set aside some time to gather your mental health while bringing down stress from school or work. You can always take therapy if nothing seems to be working. Remember, you matter and how you feel matters!