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  1. After disappointing setbacks, take stock of your achievements to restore your self-confidence.
  2. Volunteering to help those that are less fortunate can do wonders to put things into perspective.
  3. Flowers & plants have a calming effect. Try growing some flowers & herbs yourself either inside or in a garden.
  4. Imagine the sun is shining golden light upon you, creating a golden shield that holds & comforts you. Hold this image as long as you wish.
  5. Focus on an image of something that gives you the feeling of being in awe, such as a sunset & hold this image for as long as you wish.
  6. Limit the amount of time you spend reading upsetting or stressful news.
  7. Enjoy the soothing aspects of water by taking a swim, a bubble bath or a long shower.
  8. Find a mentor who deals well with stress in their lives such as a yoga instructor or someone who meditates & model their behavior.
  9. Getting outdoors & surrounding yourself with the natural environment is a wonderful way to release built-up tension. Go for a walk today!
  10. When you are totally engaged in an activity, there isn't room for stressful thoughts. Find an activity you enjoy & do it often.
  11. Buy a bird feeder & hang it in a place where you can all the birds who use it regularly.
  12. Learn to do one thing at a time. Concentrate on 1 task at a time & think only about that. Multi-tasking is stressful.
  13. Set up good routines: Daily habits are helpful especially when it comes to exercise, healthy eating & time management.
  14. Show mercy to others: we all make mistakes - a cashier may be struggling with big problems. Be kind & overlook other’s rudeness.
  15. Don’t make mountains out of molehills as it requires a lot of effort & the end results are seldom satisfying & will cause stress instead.
  16. Let go of what has happened in the past. Not forgiving & resentment take a lot of emotional energy & stress to maintain.
  17. Procrastination is a thief. Make firm decisions to attend to matters as they arise. This will lead to a greater peace of mind & less stress.
  18. Sometimes we can reduce stress by choosing less change and more stability. Stress tends to be less when stability is greater.
  19. Take long, slow, even breaths when you feel stressed. This will help you to feel calm & controlled & take your mind off anxious thoughts.
  20. Listen to some music and let yourself go. Listen closely to the words and follow the beat. You'll be mellow in no time.