Blood is pumped to the organs needed to respond to an attack, thus leaving hands cold and clammy, as well as producing feelings of apprehension, tension, and nervousness. Note those symptoms that occur frequently or regularly. The next time you observe your body reacting to stress in these ways, refer to the Coping With Stress segment on this page to help you implement positive stress reducing techniques. When feeling like a string pulled tight enough to break, do yourself a favor. Practice some of these stress reduction techniques.
Regular exercise is a great way to relieve stress.
Pursue a hobby. It is a quick technique that can be done anywhere. Relax your arms and shoulders. Close your eyes. Take a deep breath and exhale.