Communication is how we effectively explain an idea to another person. This can be done in several ways: in-person, telephone, email, texting, video-chat, or professional communication vs. personal. Communication is one of the most important skills to running a successful business or working at any job. And at this day in age, there are about 100 ways we communicate with each other.

Have you ever made a call where you did not know the other person on the other end and your nerves began to climb? Maybe you had a phone call for a job interview, a sales call for work, or maybe (if you are truly honest) you got nervous ordering a pizza for the first time. The phone starts ringing, cue the heart racing.

Each one of us are unique. No one person is the same. You have your own strengths and weaknesses. The thing is, you can’t be good at everything. That is why most businesses have a variety of people with different skills and abilities.

It is never too early to start learning how to create a schedule for yourself. In just a few short years, your parents will not be the ones creating your schedule. You will be off in college with several classes a week with lots of homework, projects, readings, hanging out with friends, and joining extracurricular activities.

Have you ever been talking to someone and you notice their eyes glaze over? Have you ever been sharing a story, and someone gets a text and they say, “keep going, I’m listening,” as they text someone back? Have you ever talked to someone and you realize that you are not listening? They say a word that triggers your to-do list or a story that you want to share. We are all guilty of this.

Listening takes practice, awareness, and intentionality.

Is your cabin fever starting to drive you crazy? Are these uncertain times bringing out anxiety and stress? You are not alone, and your feelings are valid. It’s ok to feel anxious or stressed but you don’t have to stay that way. Here are 10 tips that can help you reduce your stress during this uneasy time.