. . . .you probably already knew about all the bad things

 that can happen to you if you are in a

 "STRESS MESS" 

Thought processes go awry, not thinking clearly, inability to remember.
 Stress affects emotions, (feeling extra sad, frustrated, irritable)

It's dangerous to the heart, (high blood pressure, blood clots, strokes)
Stress can reek havoc on stomach and intestines (ulcers, acid reflux
irritable bowls, vomiting, and diarrhea).  And, skin suffers too,
(eczema, acne, cold sores and fever blisters), and...
with stress the immune system is in a weakened state.   

Some things that can help...

1)

Music...Playing calm music has a positive effect on

the brain and body, can lower blood pressure, and reduce cortisol,

 a hormone linked to stress.

2) 

Call a Friend...when stress hits, take a minute and

call a friend to discuss your problems.  A kind, reassuring voice,

even for a minute can bring things into perspective.

3)

 Eat right (and take vitamins)...stress levels and diet are closely related

When we are stressed we tend to want sugar and fatty foods.

These can make stress worse.  Fruits and Vegetables are

And, fish with high levels of omega-3 fatty acids,

which have been shown to reduce the symptoms of stress.

A tuna sandwich really is brain food.

4) 

 Laughter is good medicine...yep, it's true!  It releases

endorphins that improve mood and decrease levels of the

stress-causing hormones cortisol and adrenaline.

 5)

 Exercise (Even For a Minute)...you don't have to power lift

or train for a marathon.  Even a short walk around the office

or taking a short break to stand and stretch can relieve stress.

Getting your blood moving releases endorphins and can improve

mood almost immediately.  I need to go for a walk instead
of walking to the pantry!

 6)

 Sleep...stress causes many to lose sleep. And, lack of

sleep causes stress...Yikes! a vicious circle.  Make every effort

to get enough sleep (at least 7-8hrs).  It may be the best stress buster