There are many modern models for managing stress, but some old-fashioned, tried and true strategies work as well if not better. This article presents a model called: TRADUCE. 
T.  R.  A.  D.  U.  C.  E.
“T” is for Time Management. The easiest way to control stress is to manage time effectively. Very often we feel stress because of time constraints and over-commitment. One of the best things you can do is to examine what is really important to you and spend time on that. When you re-examine time commitments and manage time effectively you will almost always improve the way you manage stress.
 “R” is for Relaxation. Relaxation is a very important stress management strategy – some “down-time” is important everyday. Relaxation strategies can include massage therapy, meditation, walking, reading, or anything that allows you to unwind. What do you do to relax?
“A” is for Awareness. Being aware of your stress response and coping abilities are crucial to healthy living. There are three basic stress responses: 1. Emotional (i.e. depression or sadness) 2. Physical (i.e. headache or nervous stomach and 3. Behavioral (i.e. overeating or increased drug or alcohol consumption).  Are you aware of your stress response and your coping ability? 
“D” is for Diet. When we are stressed, we are more likely to skip regular meals and turn to fast food, fatty foods, and high calorie/sugar foods. When we experience high periods or sustained stress, it is most important that we practice good eating habits. Most nutritionists agree that eating primarily fresh fruits/vegetables (preferably organic), drinking purified water, eating good fats (olive oil) and avoiding processed foods, sugar and sodas lead to a healthy diet. What are your diet challenges? 
“U” is for Uplift. Planning an uplift can be an important “battery recharge” if you have a stressful life. An uplift can be anything small or big. On the small scale, an uplift can be a lunch date with a loved one; on the large scale it might be a short vacation. What was the last “uplifting” thing you did? 
“C” is for Control. For many of us, learning to spend our energy on things we can control versus the things we cannot is the best stress strategy for managing stress.
“E” is for Exercise. Most stress experts would agree that exercise is the single best strategy for managing stress. Exercise has been widely proven as the strategy that will produce more benefits than any other single strategy, including lowering blood pressure, elevating mood, improving sleep, reducing weight, improving circulation and cardiovascular health, increasing bone density, reducing the risk of cancer, and more.