6. Love thy neighbor
Dr Duckworth also suggests helping others is a way to relieve stress as small acts of altruism can give you a sense of purpose, fulfilment and control. “The idea is to get out of the helpless zone if you can. If you can get out of that then be an agent,” says Duckworth. In a time of such stress, helping an elderly neighbor can not only be good for them but helpful for your mental health.