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Stress Management

Stress is a natural and no body is spared from stress. Although we tend to think of stress as caused by external events, events in themselves are not stressful. Rather, it is the way in which we respond to make them stressful. People differ dramatically in the type of events they interpret as stressful and the way in which they respond to such stress. For example, speaking in public can be stressful for some people and relaxing for others. Too much stress, however, can be both physically and emotionally overwhelming and can contribute to the acceleration of the aging process.
Many stresses can be changed, eliminated, or minimized. Here are some things you can do to reduce your level of stress:
  •      Become aware of your own reactions to stress.
  •     Reinforce positive self-statements.
  •     Focus on your good qualities and accomplishments.
  •     Avoid unnecessary competition.
  •     Develop assertive behaviors.
  •     Recognize and accept your limits. Remember that everyone is unique and different.
  •     Get a hobby or two. Relax and have fun.
  •     Exercise regularly.
  •     Eat a balanced diet daily.
  •     Talk with friends or someone you can trust about your worries/problems.
  •     Learn to use your time wisely:
  •     Evaluate how you are budgeting your time.
  •     Plan ahead and avoid procrastination.
  •     Make a weekly schedule and try to follow it.
  •     Set realistic goals.
  •     Set priorities.
When studying for an exam, study in short blocks and gradually lengthen the time you spend studying. Take frequent short breaks.
Practice relaxation techniques. For example, whenever you feel tense, slowly breathe in and out for several minutes.
We provide holistic stress management counseling, including referrals to therapists, practitioners and instructors in the following disciplines:
  •    Meditation and Yoga
  •    Hypnotherapy
  •    Visualization
  •    Tai Chi
  •    Massage
  •    Aromatherapy