Get up early enough so you will not have to rush to get ready for the day. Take a few minutes while doing something stressful and get away mentally or physically by listening to the radio, walking around the block, or reading a book, for example. Schedule more time than you think you will need to complete a task. Call a friend. You may receive advice or realize that what is causing you stress is not as serious as you thought.
Exercise is a good way to relieve stress.
Play some music you like to listen to. Rent a funny movie. Let someone do you a favor - you do not have to do it all yourself. Schedule some time just for yourself, and do something you enjoy. Try to keep things in perspective.