Many of us lead such fast paced lives, and we are often under constant pressure and stress. There are many proven ways to deal with stress. I have found five steps that work extremely well to reduce suffering from excessive stress. One of the most important, tried and true techniques to reduce stress is the practice of mindfulness and visualization.
There is much scientific research that proves beyond a shadow of a doubt that your physical health is greatly affected by your mental and emotional state. When one is out of balance, the others will follow.
Mindfulness meditation and visualization is a strategy to deal with stress that helps our body relax by centering ourselves, and giving each individual a sense of calm. People that practice this mindful meditation are able to leave the stress of the outside world, and focus just on the exact moment at hand.