I can benefit from more exercise. I will try to find a way to incorporate a 30 minute walk at least three time a week into my schedule. I think this will be an effective way to cope with stressors I cannot eliminate or reduce.
Chuck
I picked up cigarettes as a coping mechanism, bad decision, because I have not been able to put them down for 3 years now. I will put down the cigarettes now, and take a walk on the beach, or around the corner. I will stretch breathe and relax more often. I usually don't get enough sleep because I toss and turn thinking about the days work and issues that were unresolved, I will get to bed at a descent time now, and let tomorrow worry about itself. But most importantly I will identify the areas of my life that are causing me stress, and Eliminate, reduce, or cope with them.
Thanks Max Knowledge
Sounds like an excellent approach Oliver. It may not be easy to do everything at once but if you just take on some of these things gradually you could do well by easing into it.
I will start walking in the morning and stretching before the beginning of the day. I will try to tone down the stress by cooling down properly.
Sounds like you have a lot of different outlets Joseph. It's nice to have the variety. Changes in location, season and situation can all drive the need to mix up how we handle stress.
Sounds like you already have a great system in place Kevin. This is wonderful. Breathing, healthy eating, sleeping and sharing with loved ones are all great techniques. Do give sharing with others - beyond loved ones a try.
I currently use a variety of approaches in an effort to cope with the stressors that can’t be eliminated because I have quite a few of them. In addition to relaxation techniques like breathing, I exercise at least 5 times a week and eat a balanced diet to give me the best chance of feeling my “best.†I also make sure that I get adequate sleep which took a while since I like to get up very early in the mornings. This has forced me to shut things down earlier at night which was a challenge at first. Outside of my wife, I don’t share much with others, but see how this can be effective. Perhaps this is something else that I’ll implement going forward.
Depending on the type of stress, could be a swim in a pool, long hard fast paced walk, elliptical machine watching the news or listening to music, steam room/sauna, or, yoga.
Love your example David. Grandmother knows best here!
Excellent, so glad to hear Gregory! Yes, most of these techniques are easy and common sense but most instructors need to be reminded nonetheless. Our lives are so busy.
Sometimes I need to "unplug." My grandmother was asked what she was accomplishing by sitting in her rocking chair at the end of a long, hard day. The answer was "nothing." Turn off the TV, turn off the phone, turn off the entertainment, and unplug.
Excellent plan Walt! I particularly like your last bullet about always having something to look forward to. It's so important in life to treat ourselves and that's something instructors often don't do.
This is true Eric. But sometimes it's hard not to bring your personal stress into the classroom. Similarly, sometimes it's hard not to bring work stress home.
Kind of a difficult question to answer. I will look at that caffeinated beverage a little closer and maybe swap it for a vitamin water or sports drink.
Although all of this is common knowledge, its amazing how I continually miss the signs and coping habits when they happen. This is a good referesher on how to confront the stress machine head on!
Here's my personal plan...
1. Eliminate caffene and excess sugar from my diet
2. Associate with faculty/staff that have positive and supportive attitudes towards reducing stress.
3. Integrate exercise into my daily routine, no matter how brief the sessions may be
4. ALWAYS have something to look forward to on a daily basis with respect to personal or professional life.
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Coping with Stress, is a filling you have to deal every day in life or for a teacher in the classroom, first life and problem outside should not interfere with the curriculum inside of the class unless the subject Is related Teacher should focus on what he or she supposed to do and be prepare to avoid stress.
eric Andre
What a great strategy Michelle. You are not alone either. Many instructors leverage their commutes to decompress or be productive. Some listen to the radio or books on tape. Others simply drive with everything off to clear their thoughts.
There is so much noisy kitchen hub-bub in my life at school, and at home with three kids, it is no less demanding! I have a long commute which I hate, however, In the past year I have started to recognize this as 2 one-hour patches of quiet reflective time. I don't even listen to the radio anymore, just think. It helps me get through the louder parts of my day. Also, between classes, I shut the lights off and do my computer work with minimal lighting, the dark room sends the message that I am not available right now. It has not eliminated, but it has helped me to suffer less interuptions. I feel that these are two, easy coping methods for my lefe stress. Of course a massage, pedicure, manicure and a glass of wine also help!
Excellent plan Julie! Healthy eating, exercise and rest are all great contributors to a more stress free lifestyle.
Yes, it's really all about choosing activities that are going to work best for you Jill. Don't worry so much about perceptions of others in selecting activities that help you cope with stress.
