Everyone has had that feeling of knots in their stomach because they suddenly remembered they have an assignment due the next day that they completely forgot about. Sometimes we schedule way more than we can handle and completely freak out. Whatever the cause of stress may be, it's bound to happen at some point, so here are some tips for when life is just too much.

1. Dance it out.

Everyone is different, but you might be surprised at how much better it makes you feel to just take a few minutes to turn on some music and let loose.

2. Stop overthinking.

Sometimes we create problems that aren't even there because we drive ourselves insane thinking too much into things. Worrying about all the negative outcomes of a situation isn't going to help.

3. Talk to your best friend about it.

What would best friends be for if you couldn't talk to them about what's going on? They usually know you better than anyone, so they most likely will be able to help.

4. Manage your time.

I often find myself waiting until the night before to finish projects or assignments, and all it does is create frustration. Last year, I started using an agenda everyday; it has done amazing things for me.

5. Hug it out.

Hugging often causes the release of a hormone called oxytocin, which is proven to release stress. How cool is that?

Stress is unfortunately, inevitable and will probably continue to increase as I enter adulthood. However, I have come to realize that sometimes the smallest things can make a difference. Life is too short to be stressed out all the time, so take a moment and relax!