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Sumant H Natkar

I guess stress gets introduced into picture when we are expected to meet some deadline, the best way to handle stress is to switch off from work when we are outside office, although it's not easy as it sounds.

I try to listen to some audio books which are not at all connected to programming or computers when I travel to and fro from work.

Also spending time with your loved ones also reduces stress.

Exercise is another stress buster, I am not saying you hit the gym every week, but walking for at least 40-45 mins per day is really good for you.

Anxiety is a complete different ball game altogether and it comes from the fact that, you don't know what exactly is going to happen in future, and if the circumstances are going to be under your control.

Best way to avoid anxiety is to ignore it and try to live in present rather than caring about what will happen in future or giving a damn about what has happened in past, I use the same rule.