Better time management which some help me to have more time to do those things that will help to reduce stress.
I like your approach Ben and nice word choice on "cushion." Yes, try to get to the source of stress - that's the best approach.
Children are the Stressors in my life that cannote be reduced! I think a coping mechanism may be to try to live in the moment and enjoy them while they are young, and not become overburdened with what is to come!
I am working to creat a cushion to improve the area that the strwess originates from.
I discussed this in an earlier comment. but as far as coping in the future,., I found a way last year,, savings,, however, events unforeseen used that, and the stress returned, so I am attempting again to rebuild.
Sounds like you have found some great coping mechanisms Fredrick. Both running and dog walking are wonderful outlets...and I'm sure the dogs appreciate it too!
Run 2 to 3 times a week, also tak the dogs fpr long walks.
Yes, letting go is a great technique Robert. For stressors that are beyond our sphere of influence, this approach is often the best choice.
The most difficult thing is to execute the decision to reduce stress, commit! Fear and anxiety are friends to stress. Is OKay to feel good.
Realizing that things like traffic are beyond my control, and letting it go help alot!
One stressor in my life that cannot be eliminated or reduced is the stressful feelings I experience when my three year old acts out. One coping mechanism I can use to help deal with this stess in a healthy way would be to use the breathing techniques mentioned in this module. When my daughter talks back, I can pause for two or three deep breaths before I respond to her behavior.
Those both sound like effective approaches Marvin. It's easy to get lost in a crossword puzzle and a hot shower can make all the difference. Thanks for sharing!
Sometimes it's hard to assess our own stress situations and we really do need our friends and family to help bring it to our attention. Sounds like your loved ones really have gotten a chance to know you and can help in difficult times.
I'm the kind of person who has to let it out. My issue is that I sometimes don't know I'm stressed out. My family and friends know before I do. I guess the best thing to do, then, is to request from my friends and family that they let me know if I seem over-burdened. Then, once I'm aware that I may be stressed, I can take action and talk about it. I tend to feel better once I talk to my mom about things. Sometimes, though, talking to her works me up more and then I end up needing to let off steam. Only physical exertion, usually in the form of picking up around the house or doing some chore, can resolve that type of stress response.
I try to reduce stress whenever I can. As certain times become more stressful, such as when a new term begins, the grading involved, the lecturing/work involved with teaching and such things, this is the time I really become stressed. I have started working crossword puzzles which helps me alot, to reduce some of the stress. Also, I take a nice, long, and very hot shower before bed which helps me to wash the stress of my day away. I think for future stress relief I will try going to the gym.
Zumba. I love to Zumba, the modern version of Jazzercise. Each night, when I get home from a long day of teaching, I Zumba for 15 to 20 minutes. I’ve noticed that when I miss a night of Zumba, aches and pains emerge and I don’t sleep as well as when I Zumba.
I also like sharing my stress with my wife. However, I have noticed that sharing is not always beneficial to my wife, who also has her fair share of work and life stressors. So, I watch how much I share, and I always make time to listen to her share her day’s stress. However, sharing time can easily spiral out of control until we are both more stressed than when we stared to share. I feel that this is something that could be included in a revision of this course module.
I am always stressed out and any stress relief for me is a great improvement to daily life. I like to walk whenever I can, either down the street or even in the mall or a store when I become stressed. I deal with work, teaching, and taking college courses of my own so stress does build between all these instances. I think from this module the best idea to relieve or alleviate some stress is to reduce it by healthy coping mechanisms or even rid yourself of it if applicable. The exercise portion of stress relief is a good coping mechanism I am going to try.
Excellent! Sounds like you are on the right track Debbie! Keep it up!
Have already started walking 20-40 minutes 5 times a week and trying to get at least 7 hours of sleep.
Sounds like an excellent approach Chuck. While it is low impact, walking is really a wonderful exercise and is great for decreasing stress and boosting the metabolism too!
