Calm and Connected

Close your eyes. Breathe deeply a few times. Now get a picture in your mind of yourself at your most calm and connected. You're standing up straight. Your shoulders are relaxed. Your face has a lovely expression of peaceful acceptance and quiet happiness. You're confident and optimistic. Hold this picture in your mind's eye as long as you can. Imprint it there. Then whenever you are feeling stress, bring in that picture. Allow that calm and confident you to take charge of the situation. All is well.