Planning Stress Management

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Article Title: Planning Stress Management

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Deadlines at work, demanding bosses, bills to be paid at home,

kids demanding for time and attention, changes in the

environment, etc. AAARRRRGH. These are the realities of

everyday living that people in an industrialized world have to

constantly contend with, if these factors are not handled

properly this will lead to stress.

Stress is the wear and tear the body experiences as people

adjust to the ever-changing environment. It is relative to

every individual. What may be considered as stressful to one

person may not be true to another. Since stress factors are

part of daily life, the goal is not to eliminate stress but to

find the optimal level where the stress factors motivate the

individual in continuing his/her life and not be overwhelmed.

This is called stress management.

Life without these stress factors may lead to boredom,

dejection and depression. On the other hand, excess of which

may make one feel tied up in knots. So, how do we know that we

are attaining the optimal stress level?

A clear indication that stress management has not been

practiced or the optimal stress level has not been attained is

the presence of related illness. Most sickness is due to

unrelieved stress such as hypertension, dizziness,

hyperacidity, etc. This indicates that stress must be reduced

in daily living.

So, how does one really manage stress? Two things may be done.

It may be done by either changing the source of stress or

changing one’s reactions to it. As the cliché goes, it’s either

we shape out or we shape up. In doing the former, it’s like

totally quitting the status quo. It’s like giving up totally so

that the stress factor that is present in life is totally

eliminated. Some see this as chickening out or being yellow.

However, this is also relative for the individual because if

the stress factor already affects every aspect of the life of

the individual, getting out of the situation completely may be

the best option. This may also be considered a brave move. The

second option takes a lot of courage and maturity. Being able

to identify and practice appropriate reactions to stressful

situations takes a lot of courage and wisdom. However, with

determination and persistence, this can be achieved.

The best way to manage stress is to first become aware of the

stressors and to observe individual’s emotion and physical

reactions to them. Most often, people ignore the stress factors

and just wish that they would go away. The stressor may be a

person, a situation or an event. The individual must recognize

that a stress factor is affecting his/her life and emotionally

and physically he/she is reacting to it.

After which the next thing to do is to recognize what can be

changed. The change may occur by avoiding or eliminating the

stress factor completely as stated earlier or by reducing its

intensity. This is done by managing the stress over a period of

time instead of on a daily or weekly basis. If possible, it is

best to try also to shorten exposure to stress. This may be

done by taking a break, a sabbatical or a leave whatever

possible so long as the individual avoids the physical premise

where the stress is present. Another way is to devote time and

energy to effect change by practicing goal setting and time

management techniques.

The next stress management technique is by reducing the

intensity of emotional reaction to stress. Simply said, to

avoid worrying too much. The worriers most likely chicken out.

Sometimes perception of the stress factor is exaggerated. It’s

like making a mountain out of a mole. It is best to work at

adopting moderate views. Positive thinkers achieve more than

the negative thinkers.

By not worrying too much, the individual saves his body from

possible physical illnesses. He is protecting his health to

deteriorate due to lack of sleep and inappropriate food intake.

It is best to build physical reserves to be able to manage

stress. The usual exercise is needed for cardiovascular fitness

at least done three to four times a week. Live a healthy

lifestyle because this will be the best armor in fighting the

daily struggle of life.

Lastly, maintain your emotional reserves. The support from

family and friends are still basic necessities in life.

Do not work out for a stress free life, work out to achieve and

live a well stress managed life.

About The Author: Are you a Mom who want's to lose weight, have

less stress, and look and feel better than you have in years? Go

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