Tips on how to reduce stress.

  

Date Posted: 9/5/2011 11:54:06 PM

Posted By: Wishstar  Membership Level: Gold  Total Points: 7507

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Stress is a physical and psychological response to circumstances in the environment that test our ability to cope.

Stress can be caused by a number of factors, both positive and negative.
It can be caused by factors such as tragic accidents, loss of a job, divorce and also positive factors such as wedding preparations, getting of a new job, e.t.c.

Depending on the degree of stress one has, it can be very harmful to ones health.

Here are some ways to reduce stress on a daily basis.

1. Get enough exercise.

- Have a regular exercise program

- Love to be physically active

- Participate in sports rather than be a spectator

2. Get enough sleep.

- Know how many hours of sleep you require to feel your best.

3. Eat right.

- Start each day with a nutritional breakfast

- Know your nutritional needs and try to meet them daily

- Eat your meals in a pleasant and relaxed atmosphere

- Avoid using drugs and alcohol

- Ensure that your diet is well balanced and avoid eating junk foods.

4. Manage time effectively.

- Take on only as much time as you can reasonably handle

- Avoid taking unnecessary risks in what you do

- Balance your work with play

- Plan your week in advance

5. Maintain a positive outlook.

- Try to emphasize the joys of life rather than the sorrows

- Take life one day at a time

6. Build supportive relationships.

- Talk over your problems with a trusted friend

- Take time daily to pray and just be in the presence of God's love

- Allow others to assist when they can.

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