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Stress management strategy #5: Make time for fun and relaxation
April 7th, 2011, No Comments
Beyond a take-charge approach and a positive attitude, you can reduce stress in your life by nurturing yourself. If you regularly make time for fun and relaxation, you’ll be in a better place to handle life’s stressors when they inevitably come. Healthy ways to relax and recharge * Go for a walk. * Spend time [...]
Stress management strategy #4: Accept the things you can’t change
April 4th, 2011, No Comments
Some sources of stress are unavoidable. You can’t prevent or change stressors such as the death of a loved one, a serious illness, or a national recession. In such cases, the best way to cope with stress is to accept things as they are. Acceptance may be difficult, but in the long run, it’s easier [...]
Stress management strategy #3: Adapt to the stressor
April 1st, 2011, No Comments
If you can’t change the stressor, change yourself. You can adapt to stressful situations and regain your sense of control by changing your expectations and attitude. * Reframe problems. Try to view stressful situations from a more positive perspective. Rather than fuming about a traffic jam, look at it as an opportunity to pause and [...]
