Hi Nicky,
I understand, life is very stressfull, but its not a sudden occurrence or unfateful things happening to you or many others. Stress is part of life, way of life, and if I can say essence of life. We can identify the root cause of stress, which is actually the problem, solve it and we move or graduate to other stress = problem. So life is about moving from one stress to another, the way you move will determine the quality of your life.
However certain suggestion do work in reducing the stress but there is no magic potion to remove stress completely from our lives. My suggestion are :
To Each its Own = Every single capable adult is responsible for his / her life, so don’t take stress or tension for people around you, be it your parents, siblings, friends, or even adult kids.
Spend less, Earn More : Keep a control on your spending habits, spend only on absolute necessary items, don’t fall into rat race of fashion, show-off and comparisons. Maintain a humble level of austerity.
Keep end in Mind : Finish the task before it becomes a deadline, avoid distractions.
Be Assertive : Choosing yes or no to anything is your right, not a privilege or obligation.
Believe in Destiny : Whatever happens, happens for a good reason, its exactly destined to happen, you or others are just playing by the script of life.
Do Charity : Give, Give and Give, Food to Hungry, Water to Thirsty, Cloths to Naked, Solace to Tears, Company to Lonely, Knowledge to Ignorant, Appreciation to Forgotten, Laugh to Frowned
There is not best recipe to a perfect life. Live the moment, Live it now !!
Happy Living !!