1. Identify what’s stressing you out.
If you know what’s stressing you out, you’ll have far greater control over the situation. You might be able to reduce the impact of the stressor, either by mitigating or eliminating it, or by proactively preparing for the stress you’ll likely encounter with it.
While some sources of stress may be obvious (like a micromanaging boss) others may be sneakier.
2. Take deep breaths.
Sometimes, the best methods of short-term stress relief are the easiest. If you feel overwhelmed with a crisis you just can’t get control of, take a moment to practice deep breathing.
Breathe in slowly and fully, hold your breath for a few seconds, then slowly release that breath fully. A few iterations of this will instantly reduce your stress.