Tips for Getting Your Stress under Control for Good
Stress
at work warning signs
When you feel
overwhelmed at work, you lose confidence and may become angry, irritable, or
withdrawn. Other signs and symptoms of excessive stress at work include:
1.
Feeling
anxious, irritable, or depressed
2.
Apathy,
loss of interest in work
3.
Problems
sleeping
4.
Fatigue
5.
Trouble
concentrating
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6.
Muscle
tension or headaches
7.
Stomach
problems
8.
Social
withdrawal
9.
Loss
of sex drive
10.
Using
alcohol or drugs to cope
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Causes of
stress
The situations and
pressures that cause stress are known as stressors. We usually think of
stressors as being negative, such as an exhausting work schedule or a rocky
relationship. However, anything that puts high demands on you can be stressful.
This includes positive events such as getting married, buying a house, going to
college, or receiving a promotion.
Of course, not all
stress is caused by external factors. Stress can also be internal or
self-generated, when you worry excessively about something that may or may not
happen, or have irrational, pessimistic thoughts about life.
Common
external causes of stress
1. Major life changes
2. Work or school
3. Relationship difficulties
4. Financial problems
5. Being too busy
6. Children and family
Common
internal causes of stress
1. Chronic worry
2. Pessimism
3. Rigid thinking, lack of flexibility
4. Negative self-talk
5. Unrealistic expectations/Perfectionism
6. All-or-nothing attitude
Stress Management: 6 tips for reducing stress
1. Identify the sources
of stress in your life
2. Learn healthier ways
to cope with stress
3. Get moving
4. Connect to others
5. Make time for fun and
relaxation
6. Maintain balance with
a healthy lifestyle
Develop a "stress relief toolbox"
Come up with a list
of healthy ways to relax and recharge. Try to implement one or more of these ideas
each day, even if you're feeling good.
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