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How to Reduce Stress
Many stresses can be changed, eliminated, or minimized. Here are some things you can do to reduce your level of stress: * Become aware of your own reactions to stress. * Reinforce positive self-statements. * Focus on your good qualities and accomplishments. * Avoid unnecessary competition. * Develop assertive behaviors. * Recognize and accept your limits. Remember that everyone is unique and different. * Get a hobby or two. Relax and have fun. * Exercise regularly. * Eat a balanced diet daily. * Talk with friends or someone you can trust about your worries/problems. * Learn to use your time wisely: o Evaluate how you are budgeting your time. o Plan ahead and avoid procrastination. o Make a weekly schedule and try to follow it. * Set realistic goals. * Set priorities. * When studying for an exam, study in short blocks and gradually lengthen the time you spend studying. Take frequent short breaks. * Practice relaxation techniques. For example, whenever you feel tense, slowly breathe in and out for several minutes. Tips To Manage Your Stress * I will try to avoid the things that stress me when I can. * I will listen to my body, and when it feels under stress, I will try to identify the cause. * I will practice the relaxation techniques that have worked for me in the past. * AND I will remember to remain flexible and try different things to reduce my stres |