It is helpful to think of stress as a function of addition and subtraction on a Stress–O–Meter. When you first wake up think of stress being at zero and as the day goes on stress accumulates on the Meter. Instead of leaping out of bed with a racing mind spiking the Stress-o-Meter, pause and take a few leisurely deep breaths, letting your exhale take longer than your inhales. Visualize yourself staying calm and peaceful during the day. You can even read something like an inspirational quote. During the day keep the Meter in mind and when you feel tension building up pause, and again take the leisurely breaths and soften your face and shoulders, breathing in a sense of calmness and breathing out tension.
Learning stress and anxiety techniques to increase your wellbeing can be life changing for yourself, your
friends and family.
