26 AlphaBetiCal ways to reduce stress
by Anthony Chipoletti

(you can skip some of the 26 and still do OK)

1. Alcohol, limit to one ounce daily or less.

2. Blink your eyes every few seconds, you will cure `computer stare`.

2B.Boron eyewash is available over the counter, boron can help your body wash away substances that may cause stress.

3. Caffeine, cigarettes, cigars or other weird `c` words, limit or avoid.

4. Dollars, have enough income for food, clothing, shelter and a few luxuries.

5. Emotions, be mutually supportive of your trusted others.

6. Food, eat at least one warm meal daily.

7. God, or whatever your beliefs are, rely on them for spiritual well-being.

8. Help others do these stress reduction goodies.

9. Inside your home, make written to-do lists of chores and schedules.

10. Jog or otherwise workout to a sweat about half an hour, 2 or 3 times a week.

11. Kiss, be affectionate with those you love.

12. Laugh, at least one belly laugh every day.

13. Meetings, regular social gatherings that actually help you.

14. Network with friends and relatives to enhance life.

15. Organize your life in order to do the right things.

16. Private persons, at least three, NOT relatives, whom you can confide in when you need help.

17. Quiet time to yourself, at least 15 minutes daily.

18. Relatives you can depend on, living within 50 miles from your home.

19. Sleep 7 to 8 hours a day, at least 4 days a week.

20. Teeth, eyes, ears, etc., have regular checkups.

21. Underestimate the complexity of life for the moment.

22. Very realistic about problems; very optimistic about solving them.

23. Wind nature`s wrist watch; use proper nutrients, vitamins, minerals and supplements.

24. eXamine your daily chores; write down and DO the six most needed EVERY day.

25. Yourself, be good to.

26. realiZe your goals, dreams, desires in the best possible way:
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