Tips to Deal With The Stress of Life
What symptoms of stress do you experience? What can you do about it?
Life events occur to most of us over a lifetime, and change our lives in some way.
The emphasis here is on change – the events themselves can be positive or negative. Too many changes due to events, in a short period, can lead to negative stress and ill health.
Do you experience any of the following symptoms of stress?
Physical Symptoms: Tight neck / shoulders. pounding heart, chest pain, headaches, high blood pressure, upset stomach, sleepiness, sleeplessness, sweating, rashes, fatigue.
Emotions: Depression, anger, irritability, anxiety, low self-esteem, apathy, impatience, negativity, hysterical silliness, out of control.
Behaviour: Overeating, forgetting to eat, arguing, neglecting personal hygiene, increased smoking / drinking /drugs/painkillers, sleep patterns changed, forgetfulness, negativity, shouting at your friends and family.
10 things you can do about stress
- Exercise more – even a gentle walk can help.
- Find ways to relax – maybe a bath, a massage, meditation, dance etc..
- Breath slowly and deeply - take in more oxygen.
- Positive self-talk – remind yourself this can be dealt with.
- Talk to a friend – reach out and ask for help.
- Look after yourself – pamper yourself.
- Keep a check on the reality of the situation. What can you really control today?
- Set some goals and priorities. Just know that sometimes baby steps are needed.
- Write down how you are feeling – just getting it out on paper can help.
- Humour – laugh more…..watch some comedy.
Time to Reflect: Let me know how stress impacts on you and any other tips you have to cope with stress?
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