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Stress

It is easier said than done, but everyone needs time to recharge their batteries, and creating 'me time' is a simple way to reduce your stress levels. If you need an excuse, tell yourself that stress is a common asthma trigger, and you really are doing this for your health.

Learning to manage your time and fit everything in that you need to do, as well as the things you would like to do. Write the dreaded 'to do' list and whittle it down to the bare necessities. Decide when you must complete each task and tick it off when it's been dealt with. You will be encouraged by how much you manage to achieve. Don't waste time over non-essentials: leave them until you are less busy.

If there are things that you really don't want to do, schedule time to do them. Make sure you treat yourself afterwards. A long bath, or a walk in the park are great ways to de-stress. Watch your favourite video, or look through old photo albums and switch off from the work, home, and life factors that have left you wanting to scream.

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