Stress can come at us from all angles in today’s world, whether it’s a child stressed out about their exams or an adult having a tough period with their work, we can’t avoid. Thankfully, there are things we can do to avoid feeling so stressed out, so we’ve created easy ways to lower your stress levels.

Connect with other people

When we spend time with our friends and family, we often have a good laugh and have fun – this is a brilliant stress reliever!

Challenge yourself

Learning a new skill can help us become more confident and help us deal with stress. Why not try playing a new sport, or try something you’ve always wanted to.

Exercise

Exercise can help us clear our thoughts and relieve intense emotions, which then enables us to handle our problems more calm afterwards.

Be positive

Try to be grateful and look at the positive. Optimism can really change your mood and make you feel better.