Positive regard for ourselves helps us adopt an undemanding nature. Be kind to yourself by rewarding yourself after short-term goals are met. Carefully plan your week. Don't let the urgent distract you from the important Expect some things to go wrong. The reassess and redirect to still meet your goals.
Rigidity causes unnecessary stress.
Lay back just a little. Go easy with criticism - of yourself and others. Don't be a perfectionist. Recreation is essential for good physical and mental health. Isolate yourself enough to find some time for what you enjoy.