List all the things you need to do and then start with the most important one. Do not use alcohol or drugs to relieve stress. Clean your house or your work space. Get rid of things you don't need. Exercise at least 3 times a week.
Exercise helps to reduce tension.
Take a short time-out period when you feel stressed out during the day. Close your eyes and take some deep breaths. Try using muscle relaxation. Tense them, hold them this way for a few seconds, and then relax. Repeat this with the muscles in your neck, shoulders, hands, belly, back, and legs.