Identify the stressors impacting your physical and mental health
National Stress Awareness Day reinforces the fact that you are not doing yourself a favor by stressing about situations you can’t control
Everyone has stress. Some stress is good for us and it helps us to respond to changes in life.
Stress is our body’s way of protecting itself from harm. However, too much stress causes harm to our health and relationships.
Sometimes, health problems are the cause, but our health can also be affected by external stressors such as physical abuse, stressful work environments, financial stress, or other family health issues.
Once we identify the causes of stress in our lives, we can begin to eliminate or reduce it.
Helpful tools
* Develop coping skills for anxiety.
* Identify and let go of the things you cannot change.
* Exercise helps us to let go of built-up anxiety.
* Eating a balanced diet fuels our bodies so we’re able to better cope with stress.
How to observe #StressAwarenessDay
* Develop a routine to help you lessen your tension.
* Go for a walk, do some deep breathing, get some exercise or a massage, or take a long, relaxing bath.
If you’re struggling to cope with the stress in your life, seek help.
You can speak to your doctor or check with your employer for an assistance programme designed to help employees balance their lives.
