26 Steps For Managing Stress
- Zest for life: Each day is a gift,smile and be thankful that you are a part of the bigger picture.
- Express- Make a regular retreat to your favourite space,make holidays part of your elderly plan and budget.
- Yearly goal setting- Plan what you want to achieve based on your priorities in your career,relationships etc.
- Worry less,it really does not get things completely better or quicker.
- Verify information from the source before exploding.
- Understand things from the other person’s point of view.
- Treat yourself once a week with a message,dinner out,movies. moderation is the key.
- Sleep well with a firm mattress and a supportive pillow,don’t overheat yourself and allow plenty of ventilation.
- Relationships: Nurture and enjoy them,learn to listen more and talk less.
- Outdoor activities by yourself or with friends and family can be a great way to relax.
- Play your favourite music rather than watching television.
- Identify stressors and try to deal with them.
- No is a word you need to learn to use without feeling guilty.
- Quit smoking:It is stressing your body daily, not to mention killing you.
- Manage money as well,seek advice and save at least 10% of what you earn.
- Gain perspective on things,how important is the issue?
- Judge your own performance realistically:don’t set goals out of your own reach.
- Limit alcohol,drugs and other stimulants,they affect your perception and behaviour.
- Forgive others,don’t hold grudges and be tolerant- not everyone is capable as you.
- Keep a positive attitude,your outlook will influence outcomes and the way other treats you.
- Hugs,kisses and laughter: Have fun and don’t be afraid to share your feelings with others.
- Eat lots of fresh fruits,veggies,bread and water,give your body the best for it to perform at its best.
- Daily excercises will burn off the stress chemicals.
- Concentrate on controlling your own situation,without controlling everybody else.
- Always take time for yourself,at least 30 minutes a day.
- Be aware of your own stress meter:know when to sleep back and cool down.