Stress is a condition that arises due to tension and other related factors. Although modem life has brought about many positive changes in our lives. yet there is one thing it has contributed greatly to, and that is mental and physical stress. Many stressful situations arise in our everyday life and in such situations it becomes hard to remain calm. There are various tips and techniques that can help one overcome stress.

One of the most advocated stress management techniques is breathing exercises. It can be done at any time of the day and at any place. Irregular, shallow breathing is observed when a person is stressed. So one must concentrate or their breathing pattern and try to take deep and regular breaths. Deep breathing is one of the best ways to alleviate stress. When a person takes deep breaths, an extra amount of oxygen enters the body. This inflow (流入) of oxygen helps in relaxing the muscles ,of the body, calming the mind as well as waking up the brain. thereby easing the person's stress that he is going through.

A well-balanced diet is crucial for maintaining healthy and helping to manage stress. A healthy diet involves all the essential nutrition in adequate amounts. Eating a good, healthy and nutritious breakfast is a good way to start your day and keep the energy levels up throughout the day. Eating five small meals instead of three large ones help in keeping a person energized too.     

The most important of all stress management activities is to manage one's time well. To do this, planning ahead is very essential. Doing the most important tasks first, followed by the lesser important ones. will help too. By being consistent with one's work will help in better time management.

Besides the above activities, it is very important that a person gets adequate sleep every day to stay energized throughout the day. Besides, one should also take steps to prevent stress. All these can help to reduce stress and yield positive outcomes.

(1)What stress management tips are mentioned in the passage? (No more than 10 words)

(2)What does the underlined word "alleviate" in paragraph 2 mean? (No more than 10 words)

(3)What are the benefits of deep breaths? (No more than 15 words)

(4)What is a healthy diet? (No more than 15 words)

(5)How can you deal with your stress?(No more than 20 words)

The first time I met Monte, he was complaining about everybody celebrating his 99^th birthday. I often heard his laughter over the next few years in the church where he offered three services each Sunday morning. Monte loved people and enjoyed getting to know them. I decided to interview Monte for the magazine where I was an editor.

The interview with Monte was the beginning of a friendship I would always value. Monte was a chemist and made a great contribution to World War II. One day as Monte drove away from church, he had a small accident. The policeman revoked (吊销) Monte’s driver’s license, explaining that at his age he needed to retest.

Not being able to drive can be a blow of discouragement for most of us. However, he didn’t sit inside and feel sorry for himself. He asked someone to drive him to take the test. His neighbour volunteered, thinking it to be a waste of time. Monte passed the written test with a scorer of 100. he also passed the driving test with flying colors. He received his new driver’s license and continued helping the “old” people.

I asked him for his secret to long life. He recommended lots of water, no over-eating and learning new things. “The main thing,” Monte said, “is that I don’t stop. I keep on doing things.”

After Monte passed away, another friend came my way, one I could serve the way Monte had served others. I try to swim every day possible. I believe Monte’s motto—keep going and keep learning—has kept me from sitting myself into bad health and slow thinking. Now if I can only find my car keys, I’ll be on my way to go to help others.