If you have a very time consuming job or work for yourself it can be very stressful. I know at times I always have work on my mind and it seems like everything revolves around work. That can not only be stressful for you, but they people around you will notice as well. So how do you get work off your mind? There are quite a few ways, say playing a video game or something like that, but lately I’ve been being more social has really got my mind off work. Usually when I would go play a video game or say watch a movie I would still be thinking about work. So when I’m actually out doing something work does not even enter my mind. So what can you do to get your mind off work?

Athletic Activities
Not only will this keep your mind off work it is good for you! Maybe join a gym and get in shape. Or join a league of your favorite sport? Hell even going down to a local park for a pickup game of basketball or soccer will be good for you. It gets you out of the house / office away from work and you will meet new people. I have been trying to make it to the gym more, hopefully that will change once I’m all settled in the new place.

Events
It’s the summer so there are probably a ton of events going on right now in your area. In Pittsburgh there is a lot of stuff to do every weekend. The picture above was taken about a week ago outside the Pirate game. I’m really not into baseball but tailgating and going into the game was so much fun and work didn’t enter my mind the entire game. We all plan on going to another game and some other fun stuff that is happening in Pittsburgh soon.

Night Life
This might not be for everyone, but having a night out on the town is always a great way to let some steam off. Even grabbing a few drinks at a local bar is a great way to meet new people and get out. Usually 1 day out of the week I go out with friends to a club, it is always a good time.

Just Get Out!
The biggest change over the past 6 months for me has been getting out of the house. Normally I would go out maybe 1 day a week maybe, now I’m out 3-4 days a week, even if its just for an hour or 2. I’ve noticed my stress level has been down and I’m an all around happier person. Maybe this is just what you need!