It minimizes distracting, negative thoughts and relieves stress. It might be the mountains or the beach. Imagine everything you're seeing, hearing, smelling, and feeling. Listen to relaxing music studies have shown this can decrease the production of a substance called cortisol. Cortisol can lead to carbohydrate cravings.
Music can also increase relaxation, relieve stress, and provide more clarity and vigor.
Take a bath with aromatherapy. Oils of citronella, eucalyptus, sage, lavender, and chamomile added to a bath can relax you. Laugh - see a comedy show, or engage in activities that bring humor to your life. Seek ways to have more positive emotions in your life. Finding the positive always overrides the negative.