How can I deal with stress in my own life?

* Try to identify what is causing the stress.

* Accept your humanity. Nobody's perfect.

* Build recreation, refreshment, and rejuvenation into your life as a preventative against stress.

* Give yourself a break. Even a brief walk, nap, or cup of tea can be rejuvenating.

* Find and spend some time doing activities which give you joy or pleasure. (Exercise, gardening,

cooking, dancing, reading, music, long baths. These are different for everyone.)

* Incorporate time for relationships with special friends and family into your life

* Talk with a good friend

* Call CONTACT (609) 317-0022 24 hours a day. We're here to listen.