5 Tips to Deal with Stress

1. Don’t push yourself if you’re feeling sick

If you’re feeling sick it’s okay to take some time off and rest. Pushing through it can just make you sicker.

2. It’s okay to say ‘No’

A common reason people feel stressed is they take on too much responsibility and have too little time to do it. It’s okay to say “No” to some things, whether it’s work or chores around the house. Don’t overburden yourself if you don’t have the time.

3. … But manage what you do take on

Make a list of all the jobs you have to do and work out exactly how long it’ll take you to do them. Order them by priority, keep procrastination to a minimum, and delegate what you can. Again, don’t overburden yourself.

4. Almost every problem has a solution

Stress can often be caused by a problem that, on the surface, looks impossible and completely unmanageable. Remember to keep a level head: almost every problem can be solved if you relax and think rationally about it.

5. Try relaxation techniques

Try meditation, once you get the knack for it you can do it almost anyway. Breathe deep and focus on one thing: whether it’s your breathing or a mantra you repeat over and over. This simple technique can relax you and make it easy to focus and solve the problem in front of you.

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