Beat Stress: Reach out. Your social network is one of your best tools for handling stress. You can get a fresh perspective while keeping your connection strong.

Beat Stress: Listen to your favourite song. Studies have shown that music can do everything from slow heart rate to increase endorphins.

Beat Stress: Take a walk. You will breathe more deeply and your circulation will improve. Longer breaths and moving your body will naturally de-stress you.

Beat Stress: Straightening your spine has just the opposite effect. It promotes circulation, increases oxygen levels in your blood, and promotes relaxation.

Beat Stress: Try tea. By now, most of us know about the calming properties of chamomile tea. These days there are lots of options out there for calming teas.