Stress Management Tips

• Making little changes in your life can really add up to a big feeling of relief.
  
  
• Learn to recognize when you are feeling stressed and simple ways you can relax.
  
  
• Take a break. Have a cold drink, get some fresh air, or close your eyes for a minute to refocus.
  
  
• Stay positive to help friends and family cope with stress.
  
  
• Let others know you're feeling overwhelmed and tell them how they can help.
  
  
• Allow yourself to simply say "no" to friends and family when you know you cannot meet their demands without becoming overwhelmed. 
   
• Be prepared for unexpected problems such as traffic, a lost pet or a family emergency.
  
  
• Prioritize. Take control of your "to do" list by deciding what's really most important on your list.
  
  
• Write down feelings of sadness, frustration or anger to get a clearer perspective of your emotions.
  
  
• Enjoy life's simple pleasures like colorful flowers, dancing  and candlelit dinners.
  
  
• Share your talents to better the lives of others as well as your sense of well-being.