Please review and attempt the below Stress Management, Stress Reduction Techniques and
Breathing exercises.
Progressive relaxation
Visualization - (visualize yourself on the beach or some other enjoyable place)
Listen to music and/or relaxation tapes (you can buy them or record your own)
Refute irrational ideas (is what you just told yourself really true?)
Various spiritual or religious practices (prayer, reflection, meditation, contemplation)
Practice gratitude (and try to forgive)
Stress avoidance and Stress Management
Avoid people and situations that cause stress (to the extent possible)
Pare down your “to-do” list
Call a good friend or find other ways to connect with others (share your feelings)
Stress Reduction and Mindset exercises
Engage in realistic goal setting and time management
Practice assertiveness and boundary setting (learn to say “no”)
Stop trying to control the uncontrollable
Keep your sense of humor
Practice good nutrition – eating a healthy diet makes us better prepared to cope with stress
Get enough sleep
Sweat the stress out through exercise (take a run or walk, stretch, do yoga, lift weights)
HeartMath Techniques (www.Heartmath.org)
Make time for fun and relaxation. Take a hot bath, get a massage, play with a pet, work in your garden, curl up with a good book, write in your journal, watch a comedy, spend time in nature. Nurturing yourself is a necessity, not a luxury – only you can take care of yourself – no one else can do this for you.
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