MBOMBELA – We’ve passed the year’s halfway mark and the stress is weighing down on all of us.
Do you feel like life is getting you down? Take a look at Lowvelder’s 11 tips that will assist you in beating stress.
- Solve the little problems. This can help you gain a feeling of control, bit by bit.
- Prepare to the best of your ability for events you know may be stressful, such as a job interview.
- Try to look at change as a positive challenge, not as a threat.
- Work to resolve conflicts with other people. Relational conflict maintains an uneasiness in the hearts and souls of those involved.
- Talk with a trusted friend, family member or counselor about issues that bother you. This offers a form of release.
- Set realistic goals at home and at work. Avoid overscheduling as this may make you feel overwhelmed.
- Exercise on a regular basis.
- Eat regular, well-balanced meals and get enough sleep.
- Meditate.
- Participate in something you don’t find stressful, such as sports, social events or hobbies.
- Let go of what you can’t control.
(Source: www.familydoctor.org)
