I have learned in this module about healthy coping mechanisms to use in the future when stressed. I will use breathing techniques, exercise, which I love and dancing. These will bring a level of enjoyment that brings about relaxation and living a sress free life.
I think talking to colleagues or people in your life is a great idea. Also, my full time job offers free yoga on Thursdays, which I try to get to as much as possible!
I have found that between sharing and walking I am able to cope with the stress that will never go away.
It helps to know that I'm not alone, and the pavement does not talk back to me or give me attitude.
Philip, Being able to retreat for even short periods of time can make quite a difference for many of us. I'm glad to hear you are able to find the time and space for getting away.
Dr. Melissa Read
Ashley, Sounds like a great approach for you and I like how you can take advantage of both outlets at the same time!
Dr. Melissa Read
Samuel, Walking outside can be a wonderful retreat, even if it's just for a few minutes. There is something powerful about getting fresh air.
Dr. Melissa Read
Stretching, breathing exercises, and meditation help me to relieve stress. Simply finding a quiet place to literally concentrate on nothing for 15 minutes helps me to calmly conquer lifes everyday stresses.
I do the same. Ill walk around the outside of the buildig at break time if it gets to stressful
I will include health mechanisms. Such as relaxing techniques: breathing, stretching and so forth. The key is how we handle the stress if it cannot be elimiated. Being positive or seeing the bright side of a situation is a good thing to do.
I cope with stress by trying to "not sweat the small stuff", exercise and communication.
I work out and listen to music whenever I'm feeling stressed.
Angela, Excellent thinking! Now it's about moving forward with that plan. I'm curious to hear more about the exercise that you think will work the best and the hobbies that you most enjoy.
Dr. Melissa Read
I am currently working on scheduling in regular exercise for both better health and to cope with stress. I am also working on setting aside more time each week for personal hobbies.
I am going to develop a better eating and exercising routine. This should help me relieve some of the stress that I carry.
Coping with stress I have found that execising is a great stress reliever. This provides me with the elements I need to be successful.
I agree 100% that exercising is a great coping mechanism! The only problem that I have with that is finding the time to fit it into my schedule with how much I work. But I know that if I make it a part of my daily routine that I will benefit greatly from it!
Need to apply more motivation and start exercising, more to relieve some stress!
I walk now, but there are times I don't because I have too much to do. I need to make myself a priority and take that 20 to 30 minutes to walk and get away from everything. Even if it is just walking around my building.
I will try to exercise more to eliminate my stressors that cannot be eliminated. I do enjoy exercising but I didn't realize how effective is can be to eliminate stress. Lesson learned for sure.
Rhonda, Interesting and true! I'd be curious to hear more about the kinds of thoughts you return to, to bring yourself joy.
Dr. Melissa Read
