Most of us are feeling the strain at the moment. It's That Time of the Year, and with all the Doom and Gloom about the economy we need a little help to stay positive. Here are a couple of good tips from Paul Wilson's "Little Book of Calm."

1. Reaffirm your friendships - if you tend to get overly serious about your work or your responsibilities, remind yourself that the most common deathbed regrets relate to neglected relationships, not unfinished business."

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2. Turn off the lights - when all else fails in a stressful day go somewhere quiet and dark, and listen to your breathing as you ease into a state of relaxation.