"When we're stressed, we often turn to things that are unhealthy for us," Dr. Jones said. "It could be alcohol, overeating, or toxic relationships. However, while they may feel good temporarily, they eventually cause us even more unneeded stress."
Start by identifying what your unhealthy habits are and consider how you can curb them. While quitting something like smoking won't happen overnight, when you create an action plan, you can take meaningful steps toward kicking the habit (and, eventually, replacing it with something healthier, like yoga or meditation).