Start a New Hobby or Learn Something New

From the time you were born, your mind has been a literal sponge. As the saying goes, you learn something new every day. A great way to take your mind off of your worries is to occupy it with something fresh. Not only does something new get you out of your routine it also helps you to create neural pathways in your brain. Whether it's a new skill, a new language, or a class to push you further forward in your career, learning will always enhance your life in obvious or not-so-obvious ways.