1) Relax. Make time everyday for periods of relaxation— even if only for a few minutes.
2) Talk about your problems with someone you trust, or the people who may be the source of a problem.
3) Avoid making too many major life changes at one time. Whenever you can. plan for the future so that such changes won’t occur at the same time.
4) Get regular exercise. Besides being good for your physical well-being, regular exercise will help take your mind off your troubles.
5) Set your priorities. Consistent planning of your daily priorities will enable you to gain control of your work load and help prevent frustration.
6) Establish reachable goals. You can avoid a lot of frustration if you don’t set unrealistic goals. It’s o.k. to be ambitious, but you must also be practical about what you can reasonably accomplish.
7) Take a break. Regular short breaks after periods of concentrated effort, or whenever you are frustrated with a project or a certain troubling situation, will help clear your mind.
If the stress in your life seems to be more than you can handle, consult your doctor immediately. He can evaluate you for the possibility of other effective stress fighting methods.
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