Some people find it easiest to tense the muscles first and then relax them. You can obtain a script or simply get comfortable, close your eyes and imagine a peaceful place with as much detail as possible, using each of your senses to see, smell, hear, taste, feel the relaxing scene. Know you personal and professional priorities. See Effective Communication . Learn to praise yourself and others.
Stress can be healthy.
It can be a motivator as long as you manage it in a way that works for you.