JAKARTA - Stress is normal for anyone, and is caused by various things, from internal and external factors. However, it is important to understand how to manage stress well so as not to interfere with daily life.
Quoting from Eating Well, on Friday, March 27, 2026, some habits that are done in the morning, specifically before 9 am, can help relieve stress. The habits are as follows.
1. Get some sunlight
The body has an internal clock that works for 24 hours, called the circadian rhythm. This clock is highly dependent on environmental cues, and the most powerful is light.
Getting out of the room in the first hour after waking up can help send a signal to the brain to trigger the hormone cortisol that helps the body feel more refreshed.
A regular circadian rhythm helps you sleep better and more soundly at night. This is very useful for overcoming chronic stress.
2. Healthy breakfast
The next morning habit that helps relieve stress is breakfast. After not eating at night, the body's blood sugar levels are naturally lower, and eating a balanced breakfast helps stabilize it.
Stable blood sugar levels are important for maintaining consistent energy, supporting cognitive function, and regulating the mood of the day, all of which play a role in managing stress.
"A healthy and balanced breakfast gives your brain and body the tools it needs to face the day ahead," says nutritionist Elizabeth Shaw, MS, RDN, CPT.
3. Sports
Exercising before 9 am also helps manage stress well. Exercise triggers the release of endorphins that can improve mood so that it is more positive and happy to get through the day.
"Starting the day by moving not only helps you feel calmer, but also improves sleep quality, which is very important for stress management," concluded Shaw.
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