Beat Stress: Smiling is a two-way mechanism. We do it when we’re relaxed and happy, but doing it can also make us feel relaxed and happy.

Beat Stress: Treat yourself to a massage. Getting a massage on a regular basis can help lower your heart rate and blood pressure and promote muscle relaxation.

Beat Stress: Sing your heart out. The next time you’re feeling strung out, start belting it out. As sound reverberates through the body, your mind relaxes.

Beat Stress: Sit somewhere quiet and picture yourself in a calm and peaceful place, such as a beach. Imagine walking through this place and enjoying yourself.

Beat Stress: Prepare for the upcoming week. The weekend is a great time to spend a few moments planning your upcoming week.

Beat Stress: Buy tickets to a concert or play, or get reservations to try out a new restaurant. Having something to look forward to can improve your mood.