Take A Two-Minute Mini Vacation(01 of10)
Open Image ModalChoose one of your favorite vacation memories and relive it -- all while skipping the airfare! \n\n\"Every single one of us has memories from our favorite places. You can relive the best moment of your life to feel like you did when you were there,\" author Jon Wortmann says.\n\nWhy it works: It helps you recognize you have a choice in how you feel in a stressful moment. (credit:Shutterstock)
Surf Around On A Zen-Friendly Website(02 of10)
Open Image ModalIt might seem counterintuitive to find solace on your screen (because unplugging is important), but you can do exactly that with the many centering sites out there. Here are 10 of our favorite URLs that inspire us. (credit:calm.com)
Download A De-Stressing App(03 of10)
Open Image ModalYour smartphone might be partly to blame for the stress you\'re feeling (hello, non-stop emails and phantom vibes), but it\'s also a great resource for de-stressing tools. Try a couple of our favorite de-stressing apps, and download the GPS for the Soul app here. (credit:Apple)
Keep Essential Oils At Your Desk(04 of10)
Open Image ModalEssential oils will do more than mimic an escape to the spa: A whiff or two could actually help you relax. Aromatherapy has been shown to decrease stress levels, so shop around for a scent you fancy and get sniffing. \n\n (credit:Shutterstock)
Swivel(05 of10)
Open Image ModalSince work-related stress can be physically exhausting, you might benefit from a little movement for an instant energy lift. An action as small as swiveling in your chair with a couple of deep breaths can help you get back to business, Glamour reports. (credit:Shutterstock)
Bounce It Out(06 of10)
Open Image ModalIf your employer allows it, you might consider swapping your desk chair for something a little more fun. While there is yet to be conclusive research that a stability ball improves posture, the ball does allow more room for fidgeting -- which can wake you up and help get you back into the zone. (credit:Flickr:weldonwk)
Handwrite Your To-Do List(07 of10)
Open Image ModalThink of your handwritten to-do list as a sacred document, kept away from distractions of the inter-webs. You\'ll know exactly where to find it when you need to refer back to it since it won\'t be lost among the many open tabs of your browser.\n\nPlus, the act of physically writing down your tasks may help you organize your thoughts and remember them more clearly, which, in turn, will help you to be more focused and less stressed. \n\nFear you\'ll forget your to-dos on your desk one rushed night? Make a point to snap a photo with your phone at the end of each day. (credit:Shutterstock)
Snack On An Orange(08 of10)
Open Image ModalYour co-workers will think you\'re just craving a juicy mid-day snack, but besides satisfying tummy grumbles, you\'ll be reaping the benefits of the stress-relieving powers of citrus. A 2002 study found that a dose of vitamin C helped people bounce back more easily from a stressful situation. (credit:Flickr:Jude Doyland)
Take A Screen Break(09 of10)
Open Image ModalYou\'ll have to get up for this one, but it will be worth your while: Just a five-minute break from your desk will have you returning refocused and a little less anxious. Plus, your eyes will appreciate the rest. (credit:Flickr:Jiri Brozovsky)
Try A Breathing Exercise(10 of10)
Open Image ModalStress.org says breathing is one of the best ways to lower stress in the body. That\'s good news, since it\'s an exercise you can perform anywhere, sans candles or gongs. Try out a few ofthesetechniques to see which you like best. (credit:Flickr:USFWS Headquarters)