How stress can make you fat

Do some deep breathing exercises at least a few times a day. Find something that gives you spiritual solace. Take care of yourself, not just in the obvious ways, but in the ways that only you would understand.

Change your sleeping habits
Sleep experts estimate that more than half of the population is walking around in some degree of sleep deprivation. The problem is compounded by our refusal to take time for ourselves - if it's not related to work or family, we just don't do it.

So do it now. Begin by going to bed earlier (staying in bed later is much more difficult for most people). Try banning television from the bedroom. Take a warm bath. Put on soothing music. Eventually, you'll get the hang of it. Reducing stress is not only good for your health, your immune system, and your psychological well-being; it's good for your waistline as well.