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Here are five helpful self-care strategies to ease your milder feelings of depression and stay stress-free during periods:
Engage in regular physical activities to keep yourself active, such as jogging, stretching, walking, and practicing yoga.
Promote a better sleeping schedule during the days of the period so that you get enough sleep every night.
Indulging in meditation, such as yoga, breathing exercises, journaling, massage, aromatherapy, guided imagery, and progressive muscle relaxation, can also help alleviate a lot of stress.
No matter the source of menstrual depression, having emotional support around and sharing your feelings with someone you trust always helps ease your anxiety.
Lastly, consuming a balanced diet, limiting your sugar intake, and not giving in to your junk food cravings helps greatly in keeping your mood swings at bay.
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