HANDLING stress is like pulling a heavy shipping container. A large truck can haul it across the country with ease. But a car cannot. Pulling such a load even a short distance could ruin a car’s engine. The same could be true of your “engine” if you’re overwhelmed.
To keep from burning out, you’ll need either to lighten your load or to get a more powerful “engine.” Actually, you can do both. Let’s see how.
Learn to say no: modesty or accepting your limitations empowers you to say no when the load seem too heavy
Do not procrastinate: Confronting a hard task is bad enough, so why add to the load by procrastinating? That just keeps it before you longer!
Take proper care of your body: a healthy diet, proper sleep and regular exercise keeps the body functioning optimally. Also allow yourself some time to unwind..
Finally try to connect with others....