10 Stress Tamers

1.  Exercise and move your body at least 30 minutes a day.

2.  When you get a surge of stress, count to 10.

3.  Take a 5-minute walk to help clear your mind.

4.  Squeeze a foam or rubber ball 5 to 10 times.

5.  Close your eyes. Imagine a calm scene.

6.  Allot at least 10 minutes a day to clear clutter in your house and at work.

7.  Help someone in need. Call or text a friend.

8.  Meditate at home or at work.

9.  Take a warm bath or shower.

10. Get 7 to 9 hours of sleep a night.

Take Action: Sigh for Relief

Purifying sighing exercise:

1.  Keep shoulders erect.

2.  Let out a big sigh. Make a sound of relief as the air leaves your mouth.

3.  Do this 10 to 15 times in a row, as needed, to relieve stress.

Note: If you are prone to hyperventilating, do not do this breathing exercise.