Seek out friends and relatives. Get support from those who have a positive outlook and, better yet, make you laugh. While your family may be giving you stress, sometimes it helps to actually talk to them about it, as well. You'll reduce your level of stress hormones and gain a sense of well being. Spend time outdoors.
Some research shows contact with nature can help reduce stress.
No one has ever been known to stress out by the sound of a babbling brook. Enroll in a stress reduction class. Ask for referrals from your doctor or human resources specialist at work. If you know the healthy ways to deal with stress, you will also teach your children how to deal with it, as well. Learn relaxation techniques.