Too Tense?

Try these chill-out now tricks before you hit overload.

1. Dial a pal - A good convo with a friend produces oxytocin, a hormone that has been shown to lower stress and calm the body.
2. Breathe Deeply - Lie down with one hand on your stomach. Each time you breathe in, imagine a balloon filling with air as your hand slowly rises. Once you nail the technique, do it standing up. Try to breathe like this for 10 minutes at some point during everyday.
3. Have a Laugh - Laughing will reduce stress levels and boost immune function.
4. Press an Acupressure Point - Gently rub the pressure point in the skin between your thumb and forefinger for a few minutes. According to Chinese medicine, this will help energy run freely through your body.