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Some of the good stress management techniques are:

            2.6.1. Time Management

            When you feel that there is too much to do and not enough time then you
            start getting panic attacks, lose focus and make errors in your work. Good
            time management techniques will help you prioritise your task and manage
            your commitments. Make a list of the work in terms of urgent, important,
            and not important. This will put you in control of your situation and help
            you increase your productivity.


                                                2.6.2. Physical Exercise and Fresh Air
                                                Physical exercise in the fresh air increases the flow of blood and oxygen
                                                in the body. This will help in releasing good hormones and will make a
                                                healthy mind and body. It can be in the form of going out for a walk, being
                                                physically active at home by helping in the household chores, walking
                                                uphill, jogging or running, aerobics, etc.



            2.6.3. Meditation

            Meditation is an age-old practice that produces a deep state of relaxation
            and helps you focus on one thought and clear the others. It works to reverse
            the effects of stress by providing the rejuvenation and repair of the mind
            and body. Thus, preventing further damages from the physical effects of
            stress.


                                               2.6.4. Yoga
                                               The  practice  of yoga  involves stretching  the  body  and  forming different
                                               poses while keeping breathing slow and controlled. This will relax the body
                                               and energise it at the same time. Some of the good yoga exercises to relieve
                                               stress are  Sukhasana  (Easy  pose),  Standing  Forward  Bend  (Uttanasana),
                                               Prasarita Padottanasana, Rabbit Pose (Sasangasana), Side stretch, etc.




            2.6.5. Healthy Diet
            Eating healthy balanced food will reduce the negative impact of stress on
            your mind and body. Start your day with a good breakfast, do not skip your
            meals, avoid eating  junk food,  and  drink  lots and  lots of  water.  Keeping
            these little things in mind will help your body function normally and plays an
            important role in reducing stress.

                                               2.6.6. Positivity
                                               Always look for something good in every move you take in life. Negative
                                               thoughts reduce good hormones and bring depression and anxiety. It has
                                               also been proven scientifically that you should always smile no matter what
                                               the situation is. Even a fake smile will help to reduce heart rate and blood
                                               pressure during stressful situations. For example, instead of feeling upset
                                               over scoring less in exams or for not getting selected in an inter school
                                               event, try to maintain a positive thought and work on the ways to score
                                               better next time.


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