Beat Stress: Don’t be afraid to ask for help if you’re feeling overwhelmed. You may be surprised at the extent to which your loved ones are willing to help you.

Beat Stress: Create a soothing space in your living area. Use relaxing colours like blue, green or grey, to encourage a calming atmosphere.

Beat Stress: Remember the importance of breathing. Try counting slowly to four as you inhale, and then again as you exhale, to control your breathing.

Beat Stress: It may sound trivial, but laughing is a major stress-buster. Watch a funny video or read a funny story, and laugh out loud.

Beat Stress: Take a yoga class. Yoga has multiple mental and physical health benefits including improved respiration, energy, vitality and stress management.