What helps me manage stress is going to the park doing my lunch and take a walk. On my time of I try to go to the gym which helps me relax.
Shannon,
If you can find someone with a commonsense attitude who can listen to your stresses and give you good advise you are a lucky person. Having a confidant in your life helps master issues.
Dr. Gary Carlson
Setting time to address with my manager what is causing stress and getting feedback and suggestions.
Julie,
Takin a break and getting away for a breath is always a good reality check. Peace is where you can find it. We all have our own outlets. You can be in control when you have the cognizance to make your decision to be alone and think.
Dr. Gary Carlson
Handling workplace stress for me has been to take a moment and pray for calmness. I also use the opportunity to get away if possible and take a walk and breathe.
Diane,
I have always found exercise as a great method for better health and stress relief. We all need a good balance in our life with mental activity, recreation, exercise and spiritual rejuvenation.
Dr. Gary Carlson
I encourage everyone to exersize daily. It has helped me tremendously. Daily exersize is the best way to combat stress and it can be done very inexpensively.
Naebelys,
Sharing and getting away from the hustle and bustle is important to have a clear head in decision making.
Dr. Gary Carlson
Derek,
We always know that all things don't run smooth all the time. Your perception is important for completing a successful day.
Dr. Gary Carlson
Aristides,
Taking a moment and walking away from the situation is a very important.
Dr. Gary Carlson
In my opinion, as a professional and a mother of three, the best way to combat stress is to be organized. If I can plan as much as possible while maintaining balance, I can achieve a better result in anything I do. Planning avoids feeling overwhelmed. I also refuse to procrastinate - I strive to overachieve so that when things happen that are out of my control, I land somewhere in the middle. I accept that lots of things are not in my control but I try to "stack the cards" in my favor as much as possible by following those two rules.
i get a stress relieving massage once a week
One thing that I have noticed to be very helpful in my experience is being a good listener and relating to the person in stress, usually when it is toxic stress; being there for a co worker or a friend when they're stressed, encouraging them to talk to you and vent for a few minutes, will help them to overcome and start thinking more clearly; the fact that they are hearing a different approach to their problem, even with a possible solution, will give them some relief.
I agree, getting a little fresh air sometimes really does help many situations even if just to help calm down a bit before speaking.
I have managed workplace stress by focusing on the root of the stress and channeling it to be a motivator to solving the source of the stress.
One of my mentors gave me a quote that has stuck with me and I would like to pass on... "There are no emergencies in education†I feel this quote puts things into perspective and reminds us to Stop and Breath and Think as opposed to just reacting and responding. It is a simple saying but it has helped me, others I know, and hopefully it could help someone else who is trying to overcome stress at work!
Stop, take a pause to breath and get my self some energy.
I have helped others in the workplace by simply taking a 10 minute walk outside to discuss any worries or concerns that they may have at the moment. Sometimes taking a walk out in the sun, breathing fresh air and a change of scenery can help an individual relax and change their attitude.
Reducing negative stress via focusing on solutions and not the problem and always be prepared for changes.
Madelyn,
It is great to step back sometimes. When we can clear our minds and think without out pressure and take those valuable deep breathes of oxegen keeps us in a positive perspective. Great answer.
Dr. Gary Carlson
