b"HOW TO ACHIEVE WELLNESS 8.Stress management: stress doesn't have to affect you negatively if you learn to manage it. Here are some tricks you can try:a.Lookforthecauseofthestress:recognizewhatcausesyou stress at home or at work and find ways to avoid these situations. b.Prioritize:trynottotakeontoomuchandsystematizeyour goals. Give yourself a break and be more forgiving when you're not getting anywhere.c.Self-criticism: criticizing yourself can add to your stress. Replace negative thoughts with positive thoughts. Tell yourselfI think I canrather thanI know I can't. d.Find support: create a network of close friends and co-workers you can turn when stress begins to build up. A hobby or a cause to volunteer can be good opportunities.e.Stopsmokinganddrinking:althoughalcoholandtobaccoare said to help you relax, they can actually make you more anxious.f.Eat well: a balanced diet can help keep your body healthy and handle stress better. Dark chocolate and foods high in vitamin C, such as oranges and grapefruits, can lower stress hormones.g.Take time for yourself and do some exercise: a 1520-minute walk three times a week can break up your day and help relieve stress.h.Relax:meditation,deepbreathing,guidedimagery,orother relaxation techniques can help calm your mind.i.Sleep well: In order to get a good night's sleep, you may need to reduce your caffeine intake during the day and your screen time in the evening. Before going to bed, develop a to-do list for the next day that will help you get a more restful night's sleep.If these steps don't help you manage your stress, talk to your doctor about seeing a specialist. If your stress has reached the point where you think you are hurting yourself or someone else, go to the nearest emergency room or call the local emergency service.Germain Decelles307"