Take a break from the stressor. It may seem difficult to
get away from a big work project, a crying baby or a
growing credit card bill. It’s important to not avoid
your stress (those bills have to be paid sometime), but
even just 20-minutes to take care of yourself is
helpful.
Exercise. A 20-minute walk, run, swim or dance
session in the midst of a stressful time can give an
immediate effect that can last for several hours.
Smile and laugh. When people are stressed, they
often hold a lot of the stress in their face. So laughs or
smiles can help relieve some of that tension and
improve the situation.
Get social support. Call a friend, send an email. When
you share your concerns or feelings with another
person, it does help relieve stress.
Meditate. Meditation and mindful prayer help the
mind and body to relax and focus. Mindfulness can
help people see new perspectives, develop selfcompassion and forgiveness.