Stress Management
Stress! That word alone can elicit a physical response. If you're feeling overwhelmed and need support, consider reaching out to a counselor in Flower Mound or Southlake near me. School is in full swing, and believe it or not, the holidays are around the corner. With that in mind, I thought this month, it might be good to talk about stress management. So, below are five “A’s” to stress management.
Avoid unnecessary stress:
Avoiding all stressors is not healthy, but there are a number of stressors that can be eliminated.
Learn to say “no”
Avoid people or places that stress you out and can be avoided
Take control of your environment
Avoid “hot button” topics
Trim down your to do list
Alter the situation
If you can’t avoid a stress, try to alter it. Find out what you can do to change things so it doesn’t present itself in the future.
Be more assertive
Time management
Express your feelings
Adapt the stressor
If you can’t change the stressor, change yourself.
Reframe the problems
Look at the big picture
Adjust your standards
Focus on the positives
Accept the things you can’t change
Acceptance is hard, but it is easier than protesting against something that you can’t change.
Don’t try to control the uncontrollable
Share your feelings
Learn to forgive
Adopt a healthy lifestyle
If you make time for regular fun and relaxation, stressors won’t go away, but they will be easier to handle when they do come.
Exercise regularly and eat a healthy diet
Reduce caffeine and sugar
Get enough sleep
Set aside relaxation time and do something you enjoy everyday
“The habits that took years to build do not take a day to change.” –Susan Powter
Reach out to one of our therapists at Pineapple Counseling in Flower Mound, TX or Southlake, TX today!