I think this is a good starting list, please add more to help other's, thank you.

[smiledaily]

Caregiver-
If your caring for someone who depends on you, remember to take care of yourself too.

Get regular medical checkup's- tell your doctor about your caregiving commitment, they may suggest resource's to help.

Get plenty of rest- sleep deprivation contributes to depression, ask someone to help out while you take a nap.

Eat a nutritious diet- a poor diet can lead to malnourishment and fatigue.

Get regular exercise- moderate exercise combats stress.

Manage stress- meditate, or learn relaxation techniques, write in a journal.

Ask for help.

Schedule time for yourself- to enjoy a walk, a hobby, to spend a few moments with a friend.

Be realistic and flexible- accept that your loved one's illness may change from week to week. Be flexible as you plan for the future, acknowledge the many good things you've done and don't be hard on yourself for not being able to do everything on your own.

 

[UnitynLove]

I remember reaching the point of being so tired and upset that I wasn't even able to think clearly. All I wanted to do was finish shopping and get out of there. It was almost more than I could do to remain civil to the other shoppers and clerks in the store. I was stressed out!

Looking back, I can't remember how many times I've done that—stressing out because I've pushed beyond the prompting of the Lord. I can always tell I've gone too far when I'm not able to practice even the most basic manners—politeness, kindness, and self-control.

If I simply had obeyed the prompting of the Lord when I heard that "still, small voice," telling me to go home, I would have easily relieved the stress from the situation. Instead, I bulled my way through in my own determination to achieve my goal, and I ended up bringing stress on myself and everyone else around me.

If we will simply learn to listen to God and do what He says, we will discover that things will go well for us. No matter what the situation, we need to listen to God and obey His voice. Proverbs 3:6 states: In all your ways know, recognize, and acknowledge Him, and He will direct and make straight and plain your paths. You may not understand the reasons for God asking you to do certain things, but as you listen to His voice and obey His direction, you can experience a peaceful calmness as your stress level begins to decrease. So listen up...and de-stress!

 

[Ruth~]

Sometimes the stress gets so bad that you argue but you can be the bigger person by apologizing because it may be the last day you see them.