Coping With Stress

TIn the following video clip, I discuss some of the dynamics around stress and explore six ideas that can help you to cope positively with stress........

1. Sense levels of muscle tension within your body, because this can be a barometer to your stress level ....... by letting go of muscle tension and relaxing the body, you will begin to feel some calmness at a mental level
2. Thoughts and our thinking can be causing stress for us ....... if we worry too much about the future, or dwell upon negative events from our past, then we can become stressed
3. Relax regularly - find out what works best for you. Whether it walking in the park, listening to particular music, a hot bath or a massage - do it regularly and without guilt
4. Energy levels can be an indicator to stress levels. Fatigue and lethargy and low energy can often indicate that stress is becoming a problem
5. Self-expectations that are unreasonably high will create stress. A person who believes they must be perfect at everything they do will create stress for themselves. By managing both your own expectations and those of others, and ensuring they are realistic will help to prevent unnecessary stress.
6. Support and help should be sought when you are struggling with too much stress. Open up to people around you who care for you, rather than bottling up your concerns and anxieties.