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Excellent plan Kori! Go ahead and just try one of these things out, even for just a few minutes. Sometimes the hardest part is just getting started.
Excellent to hear this module reminded you of something positive you had once wanted to do. TaiChi is a wonderful way to cope with stress. Go ahead and try to jump back in.
I try to excercise regularly including some form of cardio excercise three times a week. Another coping mechanism that I use is listening to comedy tapes on my commute. I have a one hour commute during non rush hour traffic and it is quite therapeutic to listen to some of these tapes before a stressful episode at school. Another coping mechanism that I have learned during my athletic career is that by giving one's full measure to an endeavor should mentally reduce the stress of pressure. By realizing, for instance during a banquet of 500, that everything will not come out as planned during meetings; but by giving 100% effort during the planning and executing stages it will come out successful, gives confidence which is a great stress buster. I think stress with time management can sometimes be reduced by setting your wrist watch exactly 5 minutes fast. You still will know the exact time but it seems to psychologically get me to my meetings on time.d
Now would be a good time to go back to practicing TaiChi. I had forgotten about doing that until I went through this module. The breathing, stretching and balance would probably help my stress a bunch.
I will try to walk or play my flute more. Both are quite relaxing. Breathing and streching will help also.
From experience I have learned ways to deal witrh stress. I often eliminate things that can be eliminated. This section gave me great healthy mechanisms that I can use to deal with stressors that cannot be eliminated.
You need to relax!
Relaxation comes in many forms, and varies from individual to individual, but some of them are exercising, hobbies, getting enough sleep, eating right, etc.
For me right now, these include: playing golf, reading and getting enough sleep. (Definitely, get enough sleep!) And I'm working on adding some new ones!
Sounds like an excellent plan Erina! Both exercise as well as breathing can help so much.
Wow, that's wonderful to hear Mary. So many companies today are starting to offer benefits like the ones you mentioned with much success. Happy employees often lead to happy students!
Wow, sounds like you are on the right track Laura and have been for a while! It's amazing how when you get started with coping how many benefits you can experience. Running leads to decreased stress and decreased weight. Keep it up!
Excellent plan Caren! Don't be afraid to start small with new coping mechanisms. Just try getting some good sleep at first, then work in the physical activity.
That sounds like a wonderful strategy Tom! Thanks for sharing. I like the 6 by 6 method as long as you can remember to do it that many times a day!
I began running on the treadmill March 1 of this year. I now do three miles a day. I have lost over 20 pounds. It feels good to do something for myself. I do not feel so overwhelmed by the demands around me. I do have more energy for the demands on me. Also, I work on being mentally relaxed and looking for the "fun" in a situation. Humor goes a long way to making connections with everyone around me. The stress level of all of us goes down.
I will make sure to eliminate the bad coping mechanisms such as grinding my teeth and reducing coffee. I will make sure to use positive coping mechanisms such as exercising and using breathing techniques.
Surprisingly, I often forget to breathe effectively. One strategy that I try to practice is known as 6 x 6, which is to take 6 deep breaths 6 times each day. Often I must set a timer to remind myself, but it's something that only takes a minute.
I like stretching when my body feels tight. I will try to get as much sleep as I can to refresh my mind. And I will try to add some physical activity to my day to help relieve stress.
Our campus offered yoga, healthy eating, and
other various wellness options- we had much
happier employees and many stated they felt better in the classroom and their students noticed and commented...
it was contagious...
Excellent plan Allison. Breathing and sharing are two great and easy methods for coping with stress! It's also nice to know we can do them almost anywhere.
I believe that I am going to try yoga. Yoga involves stretching exercises that will reduce the tension and tightness I feel in my neck and shoulders. I am very excited to start diminishing my stress!!!
Definantly incorporate breathing techniques as well as talking about what is going on.