Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to choose the word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 34 to 38.

Stress is important. We all need a certain amount of it in order to (34) _________ fulfilling lives. However, if we have too much of it, it can have the opposite effect. (35) _________ people can tolerate greater levels of stress than others, but most of us will suffer at some time in our lives. It is therefore a good idea to learn a few stress management techniques.
Identifying the cause of the problem we have, so that we can treat it more effectively, is one of the first (36) _________ towards reducing stress. The second is talking to a person you can trust, (37) _________ will listen and, if necessary, give you some positive advice. Not only are smoking and drinking harmful to our health, they actually increase stress rather than reduce it. Take up walking instead, which is not only healthy but it helps you think more clearly too. Unnecessary noise should be avoided as much as possible, (38) _________, laughter is one of the best ways to make yourself feel considerably better.
(Adapted from FCE Use of English)