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HERE ARE SOME TIPS TO HELP COMBAT STRESS
- Positive thinking.
- Refocus the negative to be positive.
- Talk to positively to yourself.
- Plan some fun.
- Make an effort to stop negative thoughts.
- Physical activity:
- Start an individualized program of physical activity.
- Decide on a specific time, type, frequency, and level of physical activity.
- Nutrition:
- Plan to eat foods for improved health and well-being.
- Use the food guide pyramid to help select healthy food choices.
- Eat an appropriate amount of food at a reasonable schedule.
- Social support:
- Make an effort to interact socially with people.
- Reach out to individuals.
- Nurture yourself and others.
- Relaxation:
- Use relaxation techniques. There are many relaxation techniques (guided
imagery, listening to music, etc.); learn about and try different techniques
and choose one or two that work for you.
- Take time for personal interests and hobbies.
- Listen to one's body.
- Take a mini retreat.
If stress management does not work at a personal level, there are
professional individuals such as licensed social workers and psychologists
who can help. Scheduling time with one of these professionals is often
helpful in learning stress management strategies, including relaxation
techniques. Support groups of various types are also available through the
community.
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