Jot these questions down. Then read them. And read them again. Then seat yourself in a quiet place where you can answer them honestly. There is no right or wrong answer. But not answering them truthfully can only increase the stress you already have.  

1. Write about all the places that you can currently feel tension in your body.

2. How do you usually handle stress? Are these methods working? What could you do instead to better manage this situation?

3. What do you need to feel safe, held and supported during this challenging time?

4. How would you feel if you believed you were capable of getting through this time? In what way would that change your course of action?

5. What fears are you holding onto that are no longer serving you? How can you release these?

Now let's read your answers again.  Do you feel differently by putting them on paper?  What goals can you set for yourself to help you get rid of the negative stressors in your life?  How can you add positive stress?