Beat Stress: Kiss or hug someone you love. The study shows that social support is a hugely effective stress management mechanism.

Beat Stress: Take some time out. Getting a breath of fresh air will help you to cool off your feelings of stress, anger or irritation.

Beat Stress: In order to be truly happy, it is important to know what it is that gives you that pleasant buzz.

Beat Stress: Pet an animal. Human-animal interaction can have positive effects on humans.

Best Stress: Get outside and feel the sun on your face. The sun acts as a powerful weapon against stress.