The first step in handling stress is
a. becoming aware of your own reaction to it.
b. removing all stressors from your environment.
c. catching up on missed sleep.
d. trying to relax through meditation techniques.

Different people have different ways of coping with stress. Some of us may relax in their favorite places, eat their favorite food in their favorite restaurant, drink with friends, etc. However, the very first thing that we should do is to become aware of our reaction to it.

Answer to your question is becoming aware of your own reaction to it. stress is reaction of your body and mind to the threatening or challenging events in your life. there are 3 stages of stress. 1.alarm 2. resistance stage 3. exhaustion stage. there are also 3 steps to manage your stress. 1) you need to identify the source of stress. 2) eliminate the source of the stress. 3) you need to change the way yoy handle the stress.

Imma gonna say go with the very first answer (: