Stress is one of the largest threats to our mental and physical health in the modern world. The American Psychological Association calls it a “public health crisis,” as 44% of Americans feel that their stress levels have increased in the past five years. Concerns about money, work, and the economy top the list of what Americans have concerns about, while family responsibilities, health, and relationships follow closely behind. So, how do we relieve stress?

Although stress seems to go hand-in-hand with our modern way of life, we can do certain things to take our minds off of what bothers us, even if it’s just for a short while. Below, you’ll find some beautiful photos that will help ease your worries and take you to a faraway place in your mind.

Here are 20 photos that relieve stress better than a psychologist:


1. Somewhere in Egypt, the sands of time flow in perfect unison with the universe.

 

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2. If only we could stop and admire the grace of a butterfly, our stress would melt away.

 

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3. “Explore more. Worry less. Create life.”

 

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4. Nothing like a waterfall and turquoise waters to relieve stress.

 

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5. The alpine wilderness of Jasper National Park is simply breathtaking.

 

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6. “Eagle Owl”

 

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7. If you simply look up at the stars, you can find your place in the world.

 

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8. “There will come a time when you believe everything is finished. That will be the beginning.”

 

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9. Nothing like a cute kitten to relieve stress!

 

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10. Simply adorable.

 

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11. Lions are some of the most majestic animals on the planet.

 

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12. Nature can always relieve stress, as we are a part of it.

 

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13. Beautiful!

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14. Lake Crescent at Olympic National Park

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15. This watermelon ice cream is so pretty!

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16. This is definitely worth seeing at some point.

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17. Captured while flying through a storm.

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18. Furry friends and nature are always guaranteed to relieve stress.

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19. Highway in Dubai

 

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20. The relaxation that this photo evokes definitely helps to relieve stress.

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