2 Be clear about the
source of your
3 Manage your
reaction
stress.
Often times when we gain clarity we can better
deal with the challenges ahead. Pinpointing the
actual stressor can help you to have a more effective
strategy to address the stress.
Assess your typical reactions and see how you can
modify your reactions to him/her or it.
Sometimes our reaction can even exacerbate the
situation.
4
Learn to Relax
Hearing relax when you are stressed can be quite
annoying, however it’s quite a necessary remind-
er. Practice meditation, and breathing exercises.
In fact, just taking a deep breath helps to release
anxiety. The breath actually helps to control our
physical state so use it. It’s the quickest way to get
calm by taking deep breaths and slowly releasing.
5
Help others
By helping someone else you can minimize your
own stress. It helps when you shift your attention
from the issue at hand. This is not a bad thing when
you are absolutely overwhelmed, and it can bring
the well needed relief.
6
Work it off
Physical activities are a great way to reduce stress.
It releases the endorphins which causes you to feel
happy and upbeat. Try running, jogging, skipping,
gardening, yoga, and so much more. Just choose
something you like and go for it.
7
Use the situation
to power you
Sometimes through our greatest adversities comes
our biggest achievement. Use it to fuel you to
accomplish more. Decide on what you could use it
for and do that. Ever notice the success stories are
from some really tough and challenging circum-
stances?
8
Become aware of
your emotions.
Are you aware of how you are feeling? Depression
doesn’t happen overnight. Take the time out to
manage how you are feeling on a regular basis. If
something is not feeling right address it early, in
this case delay can be dangerous.
These 8 steps are just a few of the many things
you can do to alleviate and minimize stress,
in order to ensure you do not end up in de-
pression. Don’t forget to simply have fun and
count your blessings.Good luck and know
that the universe is always conspiring on your
behalf.
Rese Carter
Health /lifestyle Coach – Motivational Speaker
www.resecarter.com
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