By Brylee Garland and
Gwendolyn Bickerton
Sycamore City Reporters
After the elections the stress can finally subside. Now that everyone has voted to the best of their ability, and campaigned to the moon and back. We can all just take one big breath.
Together take one moment to inhale for 4 seconds, hold for 7 seconds, and finally with your heavy load exhale for 8 seconds. With this important breathing exercise you can build healthy destressing habits and release the tension within your shoulders.
To release your stress, disappoint, or maybe just relax here are some tips below!
Chew gum or eat a mint as it reduces cortisol that causes stress. The continuous motion of chewing alters brainwaves to promote calmness.
Prioritizing and managing your work to be done well before the deadline.
Take time to stretch. Specifically your neck, back and shoulders where most of your stress lies.
So… now what? After the elections, positions will be set, and uncertainty will subside.
Our citizens will be filled with a mix of emotions; disappointment, joy, and maybe even just relief to no longer have to campaign. I encourage you, no matter your dispoition, to embrace the rest of Girls State with optimism.
No matter how elections turned out, your value and talent does not change. You are supposed to be here, and you are treasured citizens of the esteemed Girls State.
So, let us make the absolute most of this wonderful week we have been given! Continue to meet new people, try new things, and remember to stay hydrated!
A plus to elections being over is that we have been able to learn from our talented peers; and can now exercise what we have learned in the real world.
Remember, this week has so much more in store, and you are a key player in our game of Girls State. Go froth and prosper!