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Day 1- STRESS To start off this week's theme,
We are going to talk about Stress
At some point in our lives we all experience stress
Here are some common triggers of Stress
STRESS
Common Triggers-
Emotions problems -depression, anxiety, anger, grief, guilt, low self-esteem
A Traumatic event
Conflict
Relationship Issues
Work
Having a busy schedule
Financial Hardship
(to name a few)
Let's talk about how to cope with Stress
Common Triggers-
Emotions problems -depression, anxiety, anger, grief, guilt, low self-esteem A Traumatic eventConflictRelationship IssuesWork Having a busy scheduleFinancial Hardship(to name a few)
Let's talk about how to cope with Stress
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How To Cope- Part 1
Establish a healthy balance between work/home
Take care of yourself (Eat healthy, well-balanced meals)
Talk to a friend/family member that offers support,
without judgement
Limit Alchohol/ Caffeine/ Stimulants
Take a break & re-charge
How To Cope- Part 1
Establish a healthy balance between work/home Take care of yourself (Eat healthy, well-balanced meals) Talk to a friend/family member that offers support,without judgement
Limit Alchohol/ Caffeine/ Stimulants Take a break & re-charge
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How To Cope- Part 2
Schedule in time for exercise/ movement daily
Create & Reinforce boundaries
Schedule in time for hobbies
Practice yoga/ meditation/ stress reduction
Sleep 7-9 hrs (dark room, cool temp, limit caffeine/sugar minimum 2-3 hrs before bed)
How To Cope- Part 2
Schedule in time for exercise/ movement daily Create & Reinforce boundaries Schedule in time for hobbies Practice yoga/ meditation/ stress reduction Sleep 7-9 hrs (dark room, cool temp, limit caffeine/sugar minimum 2-3 hrs before bed)
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How To Cope- Part 3
Recognize when you need professional help & seek therapy
** A sign that it would be beneficial to seek counseling is if you feel you are unable to make changes and improve your feelings of stress on your own...
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How To Cope- Part 3
Recognize when you need professional help & seek therapy ** A sign that it would be beneficial to seek counseling is if you feel you are unable to make changes and improve your feelings of stress on your own...
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How To Cope- Part 4
Seek professional help-
If the stress is causing significant distress or impairment in social, occupational, or other important areas of functioning
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How To Cope- Part 4
Seek professional help-
If the stress is causing significant distress or impairment in social, occupational, or other important areas of functioning
