DEAR HARRIETTE: I am feeling overwhelmed. I have been working two jobs for about six months now, in order to make ends meet. And I have started to forget things and misplace stuff. I know it's because I'm tired, but I have to keep these jobs for now. What can I do to feel less stressed? I'm afraid if I don't do something, I'm going to get sick. -- Frazzled, Jackson, Mississippi
DEAR FRAZZLED: Believe it or not, I'm going to recommend that you get some exercise. Do your best to fit in about 30 minutes of exercise each day. It could be power walking, aerobics with a video or yoga. Moving your body will strengthen it and give you energy. It helps to clear your head as well.
I can already hear you saying you don't have time for that. Research shows that people who exercise regularly tend to be healthier than others and they also often have the ability to be clearer, calmer and more efficient at whatever task is at hand. Try it!
(Lifestylist and author Harriette Cole is president and creative director of Harriette Cole Media. You can send questions to askharriette@harriettecole.com or c/o Universal Uclick, 1130 Walnut St., Kansas City, MO 64106.)