it can leave you feeling isolated and depressed. Get outside and stretch your legs, even if you're just going out to buy a sandwich for lunch. Book holidays Having something to look forward to is a wonderful thing when you freelance. Particularly when you've got a huge workload and tight deadlines to meet. Book regular breaks and holidays to keep yourself sane and have something to make all that hard work worthwhile. And when you're away? Leave the laptop and mobile at home, so you can completely switch off and recharge your batteries. Exercise Exercise is proven to reduce stress. Join a gym if you can afford to or dust off your bike and get out there. Do at least half an hour of exercise every day. I wouldn't be able to cope without my gym membership. It keeps my stress levels down, keeps me sane and when I'm pounding the treadmill I often come up with solutions to many problems I'm facing. Start an exercise routine today! Eat well, sleep well Look after yourself by adopting a healthy diet and ensure you're getting plenty of sleep every night. Avoid alcohol if you can and save it for special occasions. Alcohol is a depressant, so although you think it makes you feel better after a stressful day, it'll actually make you feel worse. Alcohol also disrupts sleep and you'll feel terrible the next day. Eat well, drink lots of water and get a good night's rest. Leave the booze to