Beat Stress: Take a walk. You will breathe more deeply and your circulation will improve. Longer breaths and moving your body will naturally de-stress you.

Beat Stress: Straightening your spine has just the opposite effect. It promotes circulation, increases oxygen levels in your blood, and promotes relaxation.

Beat Stress: Try tea. By now, most of us know about the calming properties of chamomile tea. These days there are lots of options out there for calming teas.

Beat Stress: Recognising your personal stress triggers can help you to avoid them, deal with them better, and resist the build-up of negativity and anxiety.

Beat Stress: Lavender oil or lavender-infused water can help to calm nerves and cure anxiety. Rub or spray on your forehead and back of jaw to relieve stress.

Beat Stress: Freaking out about a speech? Smile and look at the audience. It will create the impression and make you feel that you’re relaxed and in control.