It’s that time of year when stress levels go through the roof – it’s exam results day… eek!

Despite every parent in the UK reminding their little darlings that their worth will never be defined by just their exams grades, for millions of nervous children it’ll feel like their entire future is in the balance. Oh my, a stressful time for all!

Well Birmingham, we have your back so here’s our handy list of top tips for dealing with stress and anxiety, and not just for results day.

• Love it and list it: Don’t underestimate the power of creating a to-do list. Arrange things in order of importance and try to focus on the most urgent first.
• Break it down: If your to-do list seems overwhelming and difficult to start, try breaking everything down into easier chunks, and remember to give yourself credit for completing them.
• Easy does it: Try not to do too much at once. If you take on too much, it can be hard to complete any individual task well, which itself can be highly stressful.
• Allow yourself some positivity: Take time to think about the good things in your life. Think about what went well today and try to list three things you’re thankful for. There’s a direct link between how we think and how we feel.
• Be more active: Being active can help you to burn off nervous energy. It may not make your stress disappear, but it can make it less intense.
• Spend time in nature. Even if it’s as simple as going for a walk or spending some time outdoors, embracing nature can help provide a powerful mental boost.
• Talk to someone: Trusted friends, family and colleagues, or contacting a helpline can give perspective and be a massive help if you’re feeling overwhelmed.
• Accept the things you can’t change: Sometimes you just have to accept a difficult situation and try to concentrate on the things you do have control over.
• Avoid unhealthy habits: Don’t rely on alcohol, smoking and caffeine as your ways of coping.
• Embrace the healthy option: Instead, try to get into a good routine with a balanced diet and try to get enough sleep.
• Take a breath: Breathing techniques, such as the 4-7-8 method developed by Dr Andrew Weil (inhale for 4 seconds, hold your breath for 7 seconds, and exhale for 8 seconds) can really help reduce anxiety and often ease into a good sleep pattern.

And as for all those anxiously awaiting results, the very best of luck – we’re sure you’ve got this. And if things haven’t gone quite the way you hoped, there’s always the annual words from Jeremy Clarkson and his teenage failings to warm your cockles!