I change my stress relief methods depending on “what caused the stress?”
I work outdoors in a role that involves not just focusing on making things but also coordinating between users, clients, and on-site workers. It’s a management job—handling planning, process control, and arrangements.
Since it requires overseeing everything, stress builds up without me noticing, and a few times a year, I come close to exploding—dangerous moments.
When I’m on the verge of breaking, things I wasn’t okay with start replaying in my mind: “Why didn’t it go the way it was supposed to?” or “If you’re going to complain that much, do it yourself!” At that point, it’s already a red flag.
In those moments, I start with my first step: I take my dog and drive to a place we don’t usually go, taking breaks while exploring and walking together.
During the walk, I have to pay attention to the scenery and my dog’s behavior, so it keeps me pretty busy. When I get tired, I take a break with my dog, enjoying the view.
This is a great way to shift my mood. If the first step doesn’t work, I move to the second step: escaping reality.
My hobby is motorcycles—not just riding but also tinkering with them. For riding, I go solo, with no plan, heading to places where I won’t run into anyone, just to be alone. I also ignore all non-essential calls.
Being alone means I don’t have to worry about taking a wrong turn or what others think—it’s total freedom. As for tinkering, maintenance work like engine repairs is meticulous and time-consuming.
If I’m not focused, I could mess up, break something, or get hurt. These are my stress relief methods: escaping reality and finding things I can focus on and do.
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※This article provides information on stress relief methods. The content is not medical advice. Consult a doctor for professional advice.