Drskipper I am in total agreement with you about trying to control the mild symptoms so they don't become major episodes. Like Nessa, too, I can trace every MAJOR episode to a stressful event.
Things I have been doing to *try* to control stress is reading/learning about mindfulness, practicing meditation (realllllly hard for me), fine-tuning my diet, exersizing, identifying triggers and seeking support in the way of friends and therapy. I still feel broken but I am trying.

I hope you get through your life transitions ok. I am always here if you need an ear : )