Unmanaged stress can wreak havoc on your body, your relationships, and your overall state of mind.

Maybe you can't control the situations that bring stress to your life, but you can control your reaction to stress. Coping mechanisms help relieve tensions (although not all coping mechanisms are good for you).

How do you manage the stress in your life? Take our poll and let us know you favorite coping mechanism.

How do you relieve stress?

Exercise
Meditation or prayer
Eat
Drink
Spend time with friends or family
Watch TV
Other

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