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Some of the good stress management techniques are:

        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 prioritize 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.

                                             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.




        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.

                                           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
                                           energize 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.



        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.

                                           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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