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Ideas for Managing Stress

Become knowledgeable about stress

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identify your major sources of stress
anticipate stressful periods and plan for them
develop a number of constructive strategies and practice them

Come to terms with your feelings

don't suppress your feelings: acknowledge them to yourself and share them with others
learn to be flexible and adaptable
develop a number of constructive strategies and practice them

Develop effective behaviour skills

don't use "can't" when you actually mean "won't"
acknowledge problems as soon as they appear
be assertive
avoid blaming others for situations
provide constructive feedback to others
use free time effectively

Develop a lifestyle that will strengthen you against stress

maintain correct weight
take some form of regular exercise
take some form of regular relaxation
consider the amount of alcohol and caffeine you consume
if you smoke, consider giving up
avoid foods high in sugar, salt, white flour, saturated fats, chemicals
plan your use of time both daily and on a long-term basis
seek out a variety and change of pace
don't dwell on unimportant matters

Remember your spiritual development

establish a sense of purpose and direction
believe in yourself
learn to rise above stressful situations; maintain a sense of proportion