Learn to recognize the difference between complaining that reinforces stress and constructive criticism that helps. Focus on one good thing that happened each day. Keep a gratitude journal where you list what you are thankful for daily. Be a resource to yourself. Try something new, learn to play again.
Laughter releases endorphins, chemicals in the brain that restore calm.
Avoid shop talk outside of work. If you socialize with co-workers, keep it social, not a rehash of the day s tensions. Make rest a part of the daily plan. There s no such thing as catching up with sleep on the weekend. Have a diet check-up.