Stressed? This U.S. Election Day in Health, we showcase stress-busting and relaxation, including a stress test, forest bathing, a silver lining from darker skies ... and our best photos of cute animals. Plus, a Nat Geo soundscape from nature.

A little tense? Wonder why? We’re here to help. This brief questionnaire—first developed by psychologists in 1983—is one of the most widely used stress evaluations.

Related: 
- Can scientists solve stress? They’re trying 

- Stress-eating? Here’s how to retrain your brain. 

 - Do natural adaptogens like ginseng calm you? 

- How magnesium affects your sleep and anxiety 

PHOTOGRAPH MICHAEL S. LEWIS, NAT GEO IMAGE COLLECTION 

Forest therapy: The woods and nature often help you clear your head and regain perspective. Honestly, a park or clump of neighborhood trees may help, but here are 10 places for serious relaxation.  

Related: Forest Bathing 101 

Alternatively: Does meditation work? Here’s what science says. 

Deep breath: Listen to National Geographic Soundscapes: Nat Parks USA 

PHOTOGRAPH BY NAVANEETH UNNIKRISHNA

PHOTOGRAPH BY CARE FOR WILD RHINO SANCTUARY 

In times of stress, you may want animal images. Above, a rhino and zebra from South Africa, both orphans, become friends.

More animal pics please! 

- Here’s how a cat experiences the world 

- An octopus invited a writer into her tank—and her secret world 

- Meet Piggy, the most famous rescue pig in China 

- Swimming with baby harp seals 

Today’s Soundtrack: Tomorrow is a Long Time, Bob Dylan  

Today’s newsletter was serenely edited and curated by David Beard and Crystal Henry and produced by Amanda Williams-Bryant. Thanks for reading! Do you have successful stress-fighting techniques? Let us know.