Practice practice practice

How to practice with less stress?

1.  Don't leave it until the last moment. Spaced reps are the key.
2. Listen to professional recordings before you begin. Learn to recognize an error. 
   
3. Remember you do this for fun. 
   
4. Learn to love all aspects of learning. Yes, scales with a smile. 
   

More great tips here:  
              https://www.pianistmagazine.com/blogs/5-tips-on-how-to-stay-focused-during-practice/

Best, 

David.