Put stress in perspective.

When it comes to stress, experts say that we need to take the big picture into account. According to Psych Central, it’s essential to look at any situation from a broad perspective. After all, life is about more than what we feel in the heat of the moment.

In this process, Psych Central advises asking two important questions: “How important is this?” and “Will this matter in the long run?” If you don’t find life-changing answers in this respect, let go. This all goes back to what you can and can’t control. And you can control how you react to stress. 

Live a healthy lifestyle.

There’s something to be said about living a healthy life; in fact, it offers a better handle on stress in general.

According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the first step in this process is taking the time to eat right. Create healthy meals rich in all of the necessary food groups. And load up on lean proteins, fruits and veggies.

And it's no secret that exercise is greatly helpful when it comes to dealing with stress. Not only does it boost the body’s “feel good” chemicals, but it also burns off steam. 

And make an effort to get enough sleep. Sleep helps both the mind and body to recharge. Plan when you will sleep and stick to this routine. If you can’t sleep, take a break and then come back to your bedroom at a later time. This trains your mind to associate the bedroom with sleep. 

Finally, communicate with those around you. Opening up about what’s stressing you out gets the worries off your chest. Talk to your best friend, a trusted work colleague, or even a minister or therapist. This will keep stressful emotions from building up -- which fuels a healthy lifestyle in general.