A long, long, long hot shower. Sit quietly after, somewhere comfortable and get into some relaxed breathing. Watch a comedy movie. Create a moment and a scenario that are unto themselves. No interruptions, no phone, no guests, just your private little world that for however long, is yours and yours alone.

When my world was troubled years ago, I saved my brain by knowing that no matter how bad it got, at six o'clock, I was going to open a beer, have a hot dinner with my dog beside me, watch some Star Trek and mellow out. And no matter how bad the day was, nothing could take that away from me.

Simply create your stress free moments and guard those moments with your life.