Life is full of uncertainty and often hands us more than we can handle. So it feels like we have more reasons to be stressed than not. From big stressors to little ones, stress can take a toll on us. When we experience stressful situations, our bodies respond in different ways. Our muscles tense up, we get sweaty, our hearts pump faster, or our immune system becomes suppressed. We are designed for self-preservation, so when we are faced with a stressful situation and bodies gear up to face danger. Not a day goes by where we aren’t faced with stressful moments. So, it’s important to observe how your body reacts to stress and develop stress management techniques to effectively cope and manage your stress. Below are some stress management techniques you can try to combat stress.