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De-stress from Deployment: Handling Stress after Deployment

De-stress from Deployment: Handling Stress after Deployment. Facilitator’s Name Date. "I try to take one day at a time, but sometimes several days attack me at once." Jennifer Yane , Artist. Objectives. Define stress and stressors. Identify stressors and recognize symptoms of stress.

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De-stress from Deployment: Handling Stress after Deployment

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  1. De-stress from Deployment: Handling Stress after Deployment Facilitator’s Name Date

  2. "I try to take one day at a time, but sometimes several days attack me at once." Jennifer Yane, Artist

  3. Objectives • Define stress and stressors. • Identify stressors and recognize symptoms of stress. • Discuss importance of utilizing stress management techniques.

  4. Stress is the psychological, physical, and emotional response we have when life challenges seem greater than our ability to handle them. Stress and Stressors Defined Stressors are the real or perceived demands that disrupt our balance. 4

  5. Categories of Stress Symptoms • Physical • Psychological or emotional • Behavioral • Thought processing

  6. Physical Symptoms 6

  7. Psychological or Emotional Symptoms 7

  8. Behavioral Symptoms 8

  9. Thought Processing Symptoms 9

  10. Combat Stress 10

  11. How to Manage Your Stress … The Path Starts Here 11

  12. Recognize and manage what is within your control Make a list of the things that cause you stress and simply avoid them next time Tolerate and understand uncertainty Stop over scheduling or commitments Focus on the present, all else in an illusion Stop trying to be perfect Don’t get caught in the vicious circle of stress Stop constantly thinking about your problems Be optimistic and believe in yourself Strategies to Reduce Stress… 12

  13. Plan to De-stress… • Do you get enough sleep? If not, what will you do to change this? • How is your diet? Healthy? Full of junk food?Are you drinking water? • How are you maintaining positive thoughts? • What are you doing to best manage your time? • Are you being realistic in your expectations of self and others? • What are your emotional outlets? • Do you have time for YOU? • What are you fun/pleasurable activities? How do you relax daily? Are you exercising? What are some relaxation or meditation exercises you can try? YRRP Website for Handouts: De-Stress from Deployment… http://www.yellowribbon.mil/event-support 13

  14. Simplest technique to calm the body. Choose a focus word, (e.g., “peace”, “relax”, “it’s OK”). 2. Sit quietly in a comfortable position. 3. Close your eyes. 4. Relax muscles. 5. Breathe slowly, naturally, and repeat focus word 6. Continue 10-20 minutes. Relaxation Response 14

  15. Learn to De-stress… • Find a strategy for managing stress that works for you. • Don’t let others stress you; reject stress generating thoughts. • Stop expecting so much of yourself. • Let “good enough” suffice. 5. Take it one day at a time. 15

  16. Dolphin Stress Test 16

  17. Objectives • Define stress and stressors. • Identify stressors and recognize symptoms of stress. • Discuss importance of utilizing stress management techniques.

  18. De-stress from Deployment: Handling Stress after Deployment Facilitator’s Name Date

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