Rank your top three ways to de-stress after a rough day — and tell me which one always works best.

B Natural answer

My top three ways to de-stress are pretty predictable. Number one is to listen to music with headphones and just sit quietly for ten minutes. Number two is to clear my head by taking a shower or lying down without looking at my screen. Number three is to talk it out with someone I trust, because saying things out loud helps me feel less stuck. If I have to pick the one that always works best, it is talking it out. Music helps me calm down, but a real conversation usually changes my mood faster.

Key phrases in this answer

• listen to music — hear songs or tracks for enjoyment or calm“I listen to music when I want to relax.”
• clear my head — stop overthinking and feel mentally calmer“A shower helps me clear my head.”
• talk it out — discuss a problem until you feel better“I feel better when I talk it out with a friend.”
• take a walk — go outside and walk for relaxation“I like to take a walk after dinner.”
• put my phone away — stop using your phone and set it aside“I put my phone away when I need a break.”
• stretch a little — do light body stretches to loosen up“I stretch a little after sitting all day.”