Power naps are great Barrie. The only challenge that instructors face is many of them have a hard time actually falling asleep in the middle of the day. Limiting caffeine intake and finding a quiet place can help.
Yoga is great Kamarah. Thanks so much for sharing. And you're right, it helps you accomplish so many things all at the same time.
Walking is actually great exercise Cherri. A lot of instructors think they have to do something really extreme to stay in shape, but the best exercise is really just the one you'll do consistently.
Yes Jeanne! Both staying hydrated and task delegation are excellent ways of coping with stress.
I will try to delegate more responsibilities to others. I will also try to drink more water and get more exercise , which should both be beneficial.
I need to excercise more to help reduce some of my stress and also communicate more with family and friends to help vent it away.
I am going to begin an exercise program for myself. I am a diabetic so stress affects me physically. I have needed to start exercising anyway and I have noticed even when I just walk around a little it helps reduce my stress. Any thoughts?
I try to work out at least 3 times per week in order to give myself a natural and healthy coping mechanism.
I have improved my relaxation and stress coping techniques tremendously since i started practing yoga. Yoga combines stretching, breathing, muscle tension and relaxtion all in one! I feel completely relaxed after a yoga session.
I have found taking a power nap in the afternoon for about 20-30 mins works best for me. It is amazing how much clearer my mind is rest of the day.
Feeling refreshed is a fantastic way to combat stress. There are so many ways to get there. Exercise, relaxation and breathing all work Maria.
I like the idea of coping stress by exercise, relaxation, breathing in and out and take a moment to wean yourself from stress and will give you energy or refreshing ourselves.
Hello Dr. Read,
Exercise and eating right is the key to stress. When this goes off track (and it will) stress will find its way back into your life.
I have started yoga and find this very helpful with dealing with stress.
I have solved the hair and makeup problem for myself. I have a "wash-and-go" hairstyle and simply forego the makeup and I like the natural look I have now. Less stress - fewer lines and wrinkles equals even more reduction in stress. This method of stress reduction works for me and saves me a lot of time to do other things I enjoy!
Reflection, during walking or other stress reducing activities, is an important coping mechanism Doug. Really helps us take a step back and hit the reset button.
This class made me realize that some stress will not ever get eliminated.
Walking is a Great Idea. It gives you time to think and reflect about many different things, and time to address possible problems without the stress of "time limits" and "schedules" that must be kept. Very good idea.
I think the best way for me to cope with stress that I can't eliminate or reduce would be for me to workout on the treadmill, about 30 minutes per day. Also, I have found that breathing exercies to help me deal with a lot of the stresses in life.
For me, being more open to a healthier lifestyle, which includes different forms of excercise, will be key. It's like a win/win situation. If I can begin an excercise program, I'll be reducing stress at the same time.
