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Managing Stress

Learn about the sources of stress - work, family, finances, illness, loss, and changes. Discover symptoms and ways to cope, such as physical activity, communication, and self-care. Take the Adult Stress Scale to assess stress levels and explore techniques for relaxation and happiness. Understand the impact of stress and how to regain control of your well-being.

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Managing Stress

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  1. Managing Stress “There cannot be a stressful crisis next week. My schedule is already full.” - Henry Kissinger

  2. Where does stress come from? • Work • Family/home • Finances • Illness • Loss/grief • Changes (big or small)

  3. A Broader Definition… • The nonspecific response of the body to any demand made upon it.

  4. A Broader Definition… • The nonspecific response of the body to any demand made upon it. • Symptoms of stress: • Physical • Mental • Emotional

  5. A Broader Definition… • The nonspecific response of the body to any demand made upon it. • Physical – illness or injury • Emotional – marriage or fight • Mental – work or education

  6. How Stressed Are You? • “Adult Stress Scale” • Record the stresses you have experienced in the past 12 months.

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  15. Your Score • Add applicable event values to find your total. • Why 12 months? Effects of life changes carry over for long periods of time. • What is your total?

  16. What does it mean?

  17. Coping with Stress • Moderate physical activity • Locate the source • Share your feelings • Know your limits • Roll with the punches • Take care of yourself

  18. Take a Vacation! • “In 2005, Americans threw away an estimated 415 million vacation days.” • Relaxation tips: • Leave the laptop at home • Pick a sunny spot • Schedule a week or more

  19. Don’t Worry, Be Happy! • Characteristics of happy people? • Genetics • Health • Social life • Relationships

  20. Don’t Worry, Be Happy! • A few more things you can do: • Quit comparing • Give back • Focus on the positives

  21. Take Control of Your Stress • Stress can be positive • When stress turns negative • Take control • Determine its source • Make a plan

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