39. Make life easy

Give up coffee, don’t smoke, take exercise – we’re always being told that unless we do our stress will become worse.

Without a doubt, one of the main reasons our bodies and minds are buckling under pressure is that our lifestyles are about as far removed from relaxation as it’s possible to be.

Try one of these suggestions for a week or so, and when it’s second nature add another.

Week 1

Drink a glass of water with every meal and every time you visit the bathroom. There are lots of smart alecs who will tell you we don’t really need all that water. But water is almost unique in being a substance with no downside. It also gives you more energy.

Week 2