Beat Stress: Be willing to compromise. When you ask someone to change their behaviour, be willing to do the same.

Beat Stress: Avoid people who stress you out. If someone consistently causes stress in your life, limit the amount of time you spend with that person.

Beat Stress: Eat well. Foods rich in vitamin C, such as oranges and grapefruits, may help lower your stress hormones. Omega-3s may also be calming.

Beat Stress: Clean out your junk drawers. The truth is, tidying up your home can also tidy up your mind.

Beat Stress: Avoid unhealthy habits. Don’t rely on alcohol, smoking and caffeine as your ways of coping.