Just now headlines are likely to cause release of the stress hormone, cortisol.

Chronically raised levels of cortisol can lead to anxiety & depression.

Proven to cortisol levels:

40 mins of creative activity

15 mins walking among trees & plants

Stroking a pet

cont’d...

Exercise of any kind

Relaxation eg. yoga, listening to birdsong, Headspace app

Watching/listening to
comedy

Lying down under several layers of bedding/weighted blanket

Gardening