With the new semester in full swing, it's easy to find ourselves in a vicious cycle of going and doing! We need to be mindful of the signs of stress in ourselves before they spiral out of control and consume us. Seven ways to slow down and keep things simple are:

1. When it comes to relationships, focus on quality—not quantity

2. Go to sleep - yes, you! Get some shut-eye

3. Take a break from the information cycle

4. Practice mindful eating

5. Check in with your emotions

6. Focus on personal achievement, rather than status

7. Cultivate a healthy environment 

This article from Mindful.org shares good insight into these simple steps and how to keep things simple and our lives centered!