mindset
•
Signs and symptoms of stress that we need to pay
attention to include:
activities, priorities and success factors
M EN T AL
•
• Memory problems or forgetfulness
• Poor concentration or attention span
• Constant worrying
Manage your time effectively—evaluate your
Create a boundary between work and personal
time – try to leave your work at work
•
Enlist a good support system and learn to
delegate, because you don’t have to do everything
yourself. Truly. You don’t!
EMO T I ONAL
• Moodiness or short temper
• Feeling overwhelmed
• A sense of loneliness
Coping strategies are very individualistic and may include:
When life gets tough, getting help doesn’t need to be, and
there are numerous self-tests and treatment programmes
accessible online. Visiting a GP or mental health
professional may open your eyes to alternative things you
can try to help manage your stress from day to day and
assess if you need medicine or further help. Treatments
such as cognitive behavioural therapy can be useful in
improving mood. And if you have a mental health care plan
from your doctor, you may be entitled to Medicare rebates
for up to 10 individual or 10 group appointments in a year
with some allied mental health services.
P HYSICAL
• Chest pains, rapid heartbeat
• Loss of appetite or overeating
• Lack of sleep, dreams, nightmares
BEHA VI OUR AL
• Isolating yourself from others
• Procrastinating or neglecting responsibilities
• Using alcohol, cigarettes, or drugs to relax
Balancing the demands of a busy lifestyle is not an easy
thing to do but by noticing how you respond to stress,
you can manage it in healthy ways. Here are a few ideas to
help you strike a good work-life balance:
Don’t be too busy with life to overlook making your
psychological health and well-being. Let’s be honest – you
won’t find the time unless you make it a priority to find the
time. And accept that it’s a continuous process as your life
changes so as to make sure you’re keeping on track. The
ability to successfully combine work, family commitments
and personal life are essential for the well-being of us
all. Listen to the warning signs and remember, those
who matter won’t mind if you’re taking care of your own
business. And those who do mind, well, they don’t matter .
avoiding controllable
stressors setting small goals learning positive coping
strategies
planning to manage any
major lifestyle changes getting outside staying active
realising your
limitations connecting with others getting enough exercise
and rest
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