Stress happens. Take a look at these stats:

• Three out of every four American workers describe their work as stressful.
• Workplace stress costs U.S. employers an estimated $300 billion annually in absenteeism, lower productivity, medical insurance, and other health-related expenses.
• The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that companies in the US lose $3 billion per year due to effects of negativity. (via ‘Tis The Season… To Be Stressed! 9 Tips For Combating Stress)

OY! Time to breath deeply!  Some nice tips in here for taking it down a notch.