Blessed tranquility. When I am stressed and perceive life as being challenging it gets difficult to be serene, peaceful, and tranquil.

When I am in a more peaceful state, I see things more optimistically. There is no question that I am feeling better about myself and my life when I am calm. How to get there?

Today is Sunday, the day for rest. Here are five ideas for taming the tension in your life and moving towards greater tranquility.

1. Take proper care of yourself. it is harder to deal with the stress of life if we are not eating, exercising, or sleeping well.
2. Be kind (to self and others)
3. Practice forgiveness often and learn how to let things go.
4. Get centered by nurturing your spiritual life through: reading, meditation, walking, yoga, journal writing, etc.
5. Fight well when you are in conflict or having a disagreement with another person. Listen. Perhaps just choose to agree. Is it more important to be right or have peace in your life?

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