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And youre not overreacting, either.
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The stress is real, and it can take a toll on your mental andphysical health, too.
We asked 17 stressed out millennials how they make their homes a peaceful place to practice mindfulness and self-care.
Theres no place like home…to hide from the world.
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I’m all about listening to calming classical music while laying down by the light of a good candle.
Saba K.
I have a bunch of LED tea lights left over from my recent wedding.
Instead of getting rid of them I scattered them on various shelves and in lanterns around our living room.
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It really relaxes me!
(It works with the Pixel 3 and 3XL.
)No more getting tempted by texts after bedtimeor awoken by update notifications.
candlejeff
It was worth it!
My favorite one at the moment isSmith & Hawkens Moss and Thyme candle, $13.
If a candle could make you feel cozy, its this one.
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It just makes me want to curl up in a blanket and read a good book.
All it takes is a few drops of oil to infuse the apartment with relaxing vibes.
It reminds me of being in a yoga studio on a quiet, calm morning.
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Talia A., 25
I love burning incense sticks and candlesIm really into theMrs.
Meyers Clean Day Scented Soy Candles, $13, at the moment.
Making my home a smell good place is key.
apartment-cozy
Im a huge advocate forscent plug ins, oil warmers, scent diffusers, etc.
Same goes for my phone.
Ive found using my hands to produce something tangible really soothing and, honestly, fun.
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It reminds me that my hands are good for more than just typing and scrolling.
Plus, it stops me from reading through terrible news on Twitter for a few hours.
Zahra B., 29
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I leave my journal and my favorite pen on my nightstand.
dishrack
I ensure my phone is nowhere in sight because I dont want to be disturbed.
This is me time.
Maha H.
One of the things my roommate and I do at home to de-stress is drink teaa lot.
Drinking a cup of Earl Grey is the perfect way to wind down after a really long day.
Im lovingSummer Fridays Jet Lag Mask.
It makes you forget that you have pores.
Rage cleaning also works!
That way I can handle the clutter one at a time.
Dump everything out, throw stuff away, rearrange the items in it, make it look nice.
