Conquering Stress One Day at a Time

“Take it one day at a time.”  A common saying reminding you to “stay present-focused” as a way of managing stress. Consider these tips when life gets hectic:

• Try to avoid being overwhelmed by staying in the present while still acknowledging today’s stressors.
• Limit catastrophic thinking and “what-ifs” by focusing on what can be done now. This reduces anxiety and the risk of imagined worst-case scenarios.
• Ground yourself in the moment and take purposeful action, no matter how small.
• Let go of what you can’t control.
• Build resilience through daily coping.
• Practice self-compassion. It can silence your inner critic.
• Start the day with a simple goal to focus on the here and now and realize that today’s challenges build resilience for tomorrow’s hurdles.

Jim Riggs | 6/4/2025