Each of these techniques should be incorporated into everyday life for maximal stress reduction.

• Finish what you start

• Use positive affirmations

• Deep slow diaphragmatic breathing

• Do something you love

• Listen to relaxation tapes

• Allow extra time for projects

• Avoid caffeine

• Leave work at the office

• Do not ruminate over the past

• Try to live in the present

• Take brisk walks

• Listen to your body's signals

• Daily choices to care for oneself helps one's feelings of worth, and increases a sense of well-being.

Manassas Group Members having special expertise in Stress Management:

• Richard J. Milan, Jr., Ph.D.

• Gudrun Freeman, Ph.D.

• Louis A. Perrott, Ph.D.