Stress Management

While it may seem like there's nothing you can do about stress at work and home, there are steps you can take to relieve the pressure and regain control.

Why is it so important to manage stress?

If you're living with high levels of stress, you're putting your entire well-being at risk. Stress wreaks havoc on your emotional equilibrium, as well as your physical health. It narrows your ability to think clearly, function effectively, and enjoy life. It may seem like there's nothing you can do about stress. The bills won't stop coming, there will never be more hours in the day, and your work and family responsibilities will always be demanding. But you have a lot more control than you might think.

Effective stress management helps you break the hold stress has on your life, so you can be happier, healthier, and more productive. The ultimate goal is a balanced life, with time for work, relationships, relaxation, and fun—and the resilience to hold up under pressure and meet challenges head on. But stress management is not one-size-fits-all. That's why it's important to experiment and find out what works best for you.

The following stress management tips can help you do that.

Tip 1: Identify the sources of stress in your life. 

Tip 2: Practice the 4 A's of stress management. The four A's – Avoid, Alter, Adapt & Accept.

Tip 3: Get moving Tip.

Tip 4: Connect to others. 

Tip 5: Make time for fun and relaxation. 

Tip 6: Manage your time better. 

Tip 7: Maintain balance with a healthy lifestyle. 

Tip 8: Learn to relieve stress in the moment.