Stress Management Techniques

Stress is a physical reaction to a mental threat. When we are faced with overwhelming odds, our body tries to back us up by releasing adrenalin. This is what we call the “fight or flight” reaction. The minute amounts of adrenalin make us do what we usually can’t do. In the workplace, when we are given a lot of workload, the fight or flight reaction gets us to be more focused, more alert, and more energetic. We seem to be able to make quick critical decisions when the occasion calls for it. When the stress response dies out, we start feeling exhausted; both mentally and physically.

Fatigue is one of the most common signs of too much stress. It is for this reason that most stress management techniques involve relaxation or calmness; while there are some that simply involve preparation, or taking one’s mind off of the stress. There are various stress management techniques out there. Here are a few:

Time Management: Stress in the workplace is usually caused by being under time pressure. We always hear the lines “so much to do, so little time”. Careful planning, prioritizing, and organizing the tasks removes or at least lessens the panic when faced with a lot of workload. Time management also means going to the office a little early to start early and finish before the day is over.

Leave work at work: When you start getting to know the value of time, you can get it on your side. Leaving for work a little early can help you finish all your tasks before the end of your shift. This way, you don’t have to work overtime, stay late at night, or do additional work on weekends.

Relax: When at home, try to relax by listening to music. Any music will do, since our own preferences can help us relax either way. Classical music has been highly recommended for relaxation.

Hobby: Indulge in your hobbies. If you don’t have one, that’s probably what causes you stress; you don’t know how to get involved in anything. Hobbies are activities that you want to participate in – meaning you are having fun. When you are having fun, you forget the stress.

Exercise: Exercising doesn’t only help you stay fit. It also stimulates the hormones that you need to fight stress. It gives you a fresh and active feeling. Combine this with time management. Leave for work early, and walk the remaining two blocks, or take the stairs on the last two floors to your office.

There are other stress management techniques out there. You can try yoga, or maybe just have someone to talk to. If there’s none, then you can talk to your counsellor. Having a positive mindset just about everything also does good in fighting stress.

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