Stress is a part of many people’s lives and, if not properly managed, it can have a very detrimental effect upon health.
In this PowerPoint presentation, Khushal Kumar takes a holistic view of stress, its causes and effects, and he sets out some of the things that people can do to reduce or manage it.
Some useful suggestions include:
- Decrease caffeine (coffee, tea, colas, chocolates)
- Well-balanced diet
- Decrease junk food
- Regular exercise – work out 30 minutes
- Adequate sleep – what you need
- Leisure time – self occupied
- Relaxation exercise – meditation
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Time & money (energy) management
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Assertiveness – ability to say ‘no’
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Problem solving
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Possibly leaving a stressful job or relationship
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Look at things more positively
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See problem as opportunities
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Refute negative thoughts
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Keep sense of humour
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Diversion – going away on a vacation
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Distraction – keep away from problems
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Listen to your body, and begin applying a Holistic approach to wellness. Treat the whole being, not just the stress symptoms.