destresser
Calming activity choice
A destresser is something that relieves stress or tension—an activity, object, or practice that helps someone unwind and relax.
Common destressers include exercise, meditation, hobbies, or spending time with friends.
After a brutal week at work, my favorite destresser is a long bath and a glass of wine.
The word is an informal alternative to the more standard destressor, with both spellings in common use.
Release accumulated tension
- decompressionReduction of pressure
- downtimePeriod of non-operation
- chilloutCommand to relax
- leisureFree time for relaxation
respite · ease · comfort · pampering · restfulness · relief · solace · lounging
Reducing distress or discomfort
- serenityUndisturbed mental quietude
- peaceFreedom from disturbance
- tranquilityUndisturbed peacefulness
- stillnessComplete lack of motion
quietude · harmony · zen · composed · placid · unruffled · coolheaded · levelheaded
Maintaining personal wellbeing
- balanceSteadiness or amount owed
- holisticAddressing interconnected wholes
- well-beingState of health, contentment
- lifestylePersonal living pattern
hydration · sleep · nutrition · detox · vitality · energy · fitness · immunity
Mind-body exercise discipline
- meditationFocused attention practice
- exerciseActivity for fitness
- walkingLocomotion on foot
- stretchingExtending muscles or material
breathing · journaling · gardening · crafting · coloring · music · reading · nature walk
Professional guidance for problems
- psychotherapyTreatment through guided conversation
- therapistMental health practitioner
- copingManaging under strain
- cognitiveRelating to thinking
behavioral · session · treatment · mental health · support groups · anxiety relief · talk therapy · self-help
unwind
Release accumulated tension
- decompressionReduction of pressure
- downtimePeriod of non-operation
- chilloutCommand to relax
leisure · respite · ease · comfort · pampering · restfulness · relief · solace · lounging · retreat
soothing
Reducing distress or discomfort
- serenityUndisturbed mental quietude
- peaceFreedom from disturbance
- tranquilityUndisturbed peacefulness
stillness · quietude · harmony · zen · composed · placid · unruffled · coolheaded · levelheaded · gentle
self-care
Maintaining personal wellbeing
- balanceSteadiness or amount owed
- holisticAddressing interconnected wholes
- well-beingState of health, contentment
lifestyle · hydration · sleep · nutrition · detox · vitality · energy · fitness · immunity · prevention
yoga
Mind-body exercise discipline
- meditationFocused attention practice
- exerciseActivity for fitness
- walkingLocomotion on foot
stretching · breathing · journaling · gardening · crafting · coloring · music · reading · nature walk · tai chi
counseling
Professional guidance for problems
- psychotherapyTreatment through guided conversation
- therapistMental health practitioner
- copingManaging under strain
cognitive · behavioral · session · treatment · mental health · support groups · anxiety relief · talk therapy · self-help · emotional regulation