Top ten tips to keep the stress down

1. Plan a trip

Plan a trip, even if the trip never happens for any reason, the planning process can still, help with creating positive energy.

2. Meditate

Meditation can help to reduce stress and increase calmness.

3. Try smiling

Try to smile in all conditions, even if you have to force it, smiling can trigger hormones in the brain that give off feelings of happiness and reduce stress. Smiling may help lower blood pressure or give your immune system a boost.

4. Spend time with your loved ones

Being around relatives and friends, you are close with can put you in a more comfortable, relaxed state of mind.

5. Get outside more

Spending time in nature can help to low down stress and anxiety level and thus boost your wellbeing.

6. Get good sleep

Sleep at least eight hours each night. Lack of sleep has many implications and side effects. Daytime naps are a very good idea if your schedule allows.

7. Help others

Small good gestures can induce feel-good effects that also reduce stress.

8. Exercise daily

Adults should get at least 150 minutes per week of moderate-intensity aerobic activity.

9. Practice gratitude

Being thankful for others can have a positive effect on your psychological wellbeing.

10. Move closer to work

More time to sleep in, a shorter commute and fewer traffic hassles can make for a significantly less hectic day.