STRESS Management
Developing a strategy for stress can help you handle tough situations as they arise.Stress can have a huge impact on every aspect of your life, so stress reduction is necessary for maintaining both your physical and emotional health. Since you can't simply wish stress away, managing stress is a vital skill to develop. "Stress can occur at any time or place, and we do our best when we have tools at the ready to deal with it," Try these tips to help you with general stress reduction as well as specific anxiety-provoking experiences. 1. Step Back and Put the Problem in Perspective Maybe you're disappointed that you didn't get a promotion you were up for or concerned that money is a little tight this month because of an unexpected medical bill. Feeling stressed is a natural reaction. But try to take a step back and ask yourself: Will this issue still matter in a year? In five years? If the answer is no, take a deep breath and try to move forw...