Beat Stress: Buy tickets to a concert or play, or get reservations to try out a new restaurant. Having something to look forward to can improve your mood.

Beat Stress: Spending quality time with your family is essential if you want to recharge and relax.

Beat Stress: Get your mind off the problem. It may not be going anywhere, but you can. Go for a little walk, or just watch a couple of funny YouTube videos.

Beat Stress: Minimise chores where possible so that they don’t monopolise your free time. When this happens, you lose the opportunity to relax and reflect.

Beat Stress: Exercise. Getting your body moving for as little as 10 minutes releases GABA, a soothing neurotransmitter that reduces stress.