How to Manage Stress
Posted on January 19, 2008
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Stress is not necessarily bad. People who have too little stress is actually not good as it is bad for productivity as they tend to do their work slowly and inefficiently. But too much stress is also bad as it causes anxiety, and even suicidal tendencies in worst cases.
The art is to find the right amount of stress that will motivate you to perform at your optimum level. When you are under stress, one or more of the following might happen:
- Difficulty in concentrating and making decisions
- Frequent forgetfulness
- Negative self-critical thoughts
- Distorted ideas
- More rigid attitudes and
- Increased sensitivity to criticism
When you are stressed, manage it by using one or some of the techniques below:
1. Be rational. Understand that feeling stressed is normal. Stay calm and relax. Adopt the “now” attitude. What matters is the present moment. No need to worry about the past or future.
2. Do not harbor imaginary fears. One way of cutting this is to keep busy. Engage in things that are of interest to you. Be totally immersed in the activity.
3. Meet up with close friends, collegues or families. Confide in them. Talking to them helps to unload your worries.
4. When you have fears write them down. Write down the worst scenario. Most fears do not take place. Face up to fears.
5. Finally challenge negative thought, read motivational books, funny stories or watch a movie.
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