What are your best go-to stress relievers?

I’ve tried quite a few already— deep breathing, meditation, hot bath, extra sleep, etc. I’m still getting knots in my stomach and tension headaches.
What are your tried and true de-stressing activities?

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NickyLee · 41-45

It's probably going to sound really stupid, and its not something I would typically ever let anyone know, but it's my odd go to..... Whenever I'm stressed out, I'll take my one car out for a drive, then park somewhere quiet and leave the engine running. This particular car is 40 years old and it shakes and vibrates a lot while its idling, which relaxes me every time.
I will also admit that it has had a very different effect with a few women who were with me times when i forgot to turn off the engine after parking somewhere, but thats another story.

atlantic59 · 61-69, M

@NickyLee your car may be an energy machine that creates fond memories