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Managing Stress
A little stress is manageable - it may even be good for us. Prolonged stress, however, can affect our health.
Our immune, cardiovascular, neuroendocrine, and nervous systems are all impacted by prolonged stress. What's more, stress drains our energy and compromises our emotional wellbeing.Try these six tips for managing stress, and take some time to visit the sites below. What you learn there will give you the power to take control of your stress.
If only for ten minutes, step away from the task that is causing you stress. Do something else - it will give you a new perspective.
Focus on what you've learned from that stressful experience and how it has helped you to grow.
Talk to someone you trust and who you know will understand how you're feeling.
Our emotions and facial expressions are connected. And when we smile or laugh, it relieves tension in our face and other parts of our body - improving how we experience stressful events.
Exercise benefits our minds too. A regular exercise routine encourages the release of endorphins that relax us and keep us positive.
Practice sitting in silence - it helps the mind and body to relax. Watch this one-minute video to learn how.
Some Great SitesGroup
Calm
Click for the most relaxing few minutes you'll spend on-line. Also available as an app for your Apple or Android phone.
American Institute of Stress (AIS)
A non-profit organization with comprehensive information on stress reduction, stress in the workplace, effects of stress and various other stress related topics.
Authentic Happiness
A website developed by the University of Pennsylvania Positive Psychology Center. Its purpose is to provide free resources where people can learn about Positive Psychology through readings, videos, questionnaires and more.
Holmes and Rahe Stress Scale
This application from MindTools asks questions about recent life events and then scores your stress levels.