Everybody has stress from time to time, but it is important we learn to cope with it because permanent stress is a risk factor for heart disease. Lifestyle changes can help you minimise your stress level. This video is produced as part of a series for the ESC Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease Programme. The programme is led by the European Association of Preventive Cardiology (EAPC) in collaboration with the Acute Cardiovascular Care Association (Acca) and the Association of Cardiovascular Nursing & Allied Professions (ACNAP).