<p>According to research, about 90% of the world&rsquo;s population has experienced a certain degree of stress at one time of their life or the other. There are varying reasons why people experience stress, some of which could be work related, relationship strains and societal obligations.</p> <p>The tougher question is why people keep going through. One could be that our relationships and community ties are weaker; people are more focused on goals such as money, fame, and image, which experts have correlated with anxiety and depression. People set high expectations for themselves because they are living in a highly competitive society. The advent and distractions of the internet and constant use of social media networks.</p> <p>While most people get stressed at some point in their lives, if you've been experiencing jaw pain, constant headaches, back pain, fatigue, irritability, and more, your stress may be taking a physical toll on your body. More worrying than that is the fact that being in a constant state of stress can actually kill your brain cells.</p> <p>Try these expert tips today to help have a stress-free week&mdash;you'll be healthier, happier, and more productive!</p> <p><strong>1. One thing at a time.</strong></p> <p>You&rsquo;ll feel better and less stressed if you just do one thing at a time. No matter if it is at work, in school or in your private life. This will make it easier to focus and to do a job of higher quality right away. Instead of having to go back several times and polish and rearrange to get the result you want.</p> <p>If you have to multi-task a few things during your day then set off some time for that. Single-task during most of your day but set off an hour in the afternoon for instance to do all of that multi-tasking stuff in one big swoop.</p> <p><strong>2. Spend 80% of your time focusing on a solution.</strong></p> <p>And only 20% of your time on dwelling on your non-molehill issue or problem. Instead of taking a common path and doing it the other way around. You&rsquo;ll live a much more action-filled life and feel less pessimistic and powerless if you do.</p> <p><strong>3. Make a to-do list.</strong> There's almost nothing more stressful than feeling unprepared at work! If you find that knot in your stomach is work-related, try taking a few minutes each day before you leave the office to make a to-do list and prioritize your most important tasks for the next morning.</p> <p><strong>4. Ask instead of guessing.</strong></p> <p>Reading minds is very hard. Misunderstandings will be plentiful if you try to do it. So communicate instead. You&rsquo;ll have a lot less unnecessary conflicts, negativity and waste less of your and other people&rsquo;s time.</p> <p><strong>5. Pack your bag before you go to sleep.</strong></p> <p>A simple one but one that can save you a lot of stress in the morning. Take 5 minutes before you go to bed to do this and you&rsquo;ll also be less likely to forget something important like your schoolbook, wallet or phone.</p> <p><strong>6. Balance fully focused work with complete rest.</strong></p> <p>Consider taking a 15 minute break away from the computer. Eat a snack, take a short walk or maybe watch half an episode of one of your favorite TV-series. This will help you to relax and avoid stress building up during the day.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Source: Positivityblog.com</p>