Which activity involves planning and scheduling to lower stress?

• A. Take action
• B. Rest in a quiet place
• C. Address little things that bother you
• D. Manage time

Answer: (D)

Planning and scheduling to lower stress comes down to time management. When you manage your time, you forecast what needs to be done, set priorities, and block out specific times for each task. This creates a clear plan for your day, reduces uncertainty, and helps prevent last-minute rushes. With a realistic schedule and built-in buffers for interruptions, you feel more in control and less overwhelmed, which lowers stress.

Other activities can help in the moment or address specific worries, but they don’t inherently involve organizing tasks over time to prevent overload the way time management does.