Stress Management: Preventing Stress Through Lifestyle

In today's world, most of us can't avoid stress. We can learn ways to take care of ourselves so stress does not become a problem. Taking care of yourself is the first step in stress management. Some basic lifestyle practices can keep you healthy and strong so you can prevent stress. Are You Vulnerable to Stress? Start by asking yourself, "How vulnerable am I to stress? " People most at risk of stress are those who eat poorly, chain smoke, drink a lot of beverages with caffeine, sleep a few hours a night, and never exercise. People may not feel much stress when they have a healthy diet, take time to relax, get plenty of sleep, and exercise regularly. If they do, they manage it so it does not become a problem. They hav