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and every individual may describe it differently. It is almost as though stress has always been part of being human whether it is a positive (eustress) or negative (distress), regardless what the situation or profession a person is in.  (Oxford English Dictionary, 2005, p. 903). 
¡§a person may begin to feel more severe emotional or physical effects¡¨ such as...
like the stress of a bad marriage or an extremely taxing job.¡¨ (Scott, para. 2) |
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For me, I try my best to balance my personal, work, & school life (i.e. spending quality time with my loved one after school assignments are done; while setting aside work related issues). 
I like to have fun & laugh out loud with family & friends. This strategy keeps  me young at  heart.  Even going for short walks around my neighbourhood, I find very refreshing.
Oh yeah... I definitely need
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These are some of the many techniques that you can try: [1] Positive Reappraisal
How this strategy works is by simply altering your negative interpretation on a situation to a positive one.
Recent studies show that this method is the most frequently used coping strategy (Bianchi, 2004). Since there is no way to change the situation¡¨, nurses are more likely to handle the situation effectively by changing their interpretation (Bianchi, 2004, p. 743).
Laughing reduces stress hormones like adrenaline (epinephrine) and cortisol. It also benefits your immune system by increasing the number and activity of Natural Killer T-cells. These cells act as the first line of defense against viral attacks and damaged cells. Find the humor in things and engage in activities that make you laugh to increase your immune function and disease resistance (Gilbert, 2005, para. 7).
Also, think about what eases your mind. Once you have figured it out, try and practice it as often as you can and see how you have changed or progressed throughout this process.
Music is a great method of reducing stress and relieving anxiety.
Your individual preference in music determines which types of soothing sounds will best reduce your tension, blood pressure, and promote feelings of tranquility. Pay attention to how you feel when you hear a particular song or genre of music, and keep listening to the ones that produce a relaxing effect
[4] Physical Activity (dancing, gardening, cycling, swimming, etc.)
Regular exercise and physical activity strengthens your immune system, cardiovascular system, heart, muscles and bones. It also stimulates the release of endorphins, improves mental functioning, concentration/attention and cognitive performance, and lowers cholesterol, blood pressure, cortisol and other stress hormones. Three 10-minute workout sessions during the day are just as effective as one 30-minute workout, and a lot easier to fit into a busy schedule (Gilbert, 2005, para. 4). 
 Any activity that makes you happy and feel relaxed. [5] Sleep
Getting enough sound sleep has a profound impact on your stress levels, immune function and disease resistance. A chronic lack of sleep can leave you feeling sluggish, irritable, forgetful, accident-prone, and have difficulty concentrating or coping with life's daily aggravations. Long-term sleep loss can also result in heart disease, stroke, hypertension, depression, and anxiety. Sleep time is when your body and immune system do most of its repairs and rejuvenation. Strive to get 7-8 hours of sleep each night. Remember rest and relaxation go hand in hand (Gilbert, 2005, para. 10).
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