Four ways to dispel stress
- Take time away. When stress is mounting at work, try to take a quick break and move away from the stressful situation. Take a stroll outside the workplace if possible, or spend a few minutes meditating in the break room. Physical movement or finding a quiet place to regain your balance can quickly reduce stress.
- Talk it over with someone. Simply sharing your thoughts and feelings with someone you trust can help reduce stress. Talking over a problem with someone who is both supportive and empathetic can be a great way to let off steam and help you become calm and focused.
- Connect with others at work. Developing friendships with some of your co-workers can help buffer you from the negative effects of stress. Remember to listen to them and offer support when they are in need as well.
- Look for humor in the situation. When used appropriately, humor is a great way to relieve stress in the workplace. When you or those around you start taking things too seriously, find a way to lighten the mood by sharing a joke or funny story.
http://www.helpguide.org/articles/stress/stress-at-work.htm
Dear @Sufia, there were some threads about. I hope it will help you. Coping With Life's Stressors is the key.
https://www.researchgate.net/post/How_to_reduce_stress_at_work
https://www.researchgate.net/post/what_you_generally_do_to_decrease_the_level_of_stress
Four ways to dispel stress
- Take time away. When stress is mounting at work, try to take a quick break and move away from the stressful situation. Take a stroll outside the workplace if possible, or spend a few minutes meditating in the break room. Physical movement or finding a quiet place to regain your balance can quickly reduce stress.
- Talk it over with someone. Simply sharing your thoughts and feelings with someone you trust can help reduce stress. Talking over a problem with someone who is both supportive and empathetic can be a great way to let off steam and help you become calm and focused.
- Connect with others at work. Developing friendships with some of your co-workers can help buffer you from the negative effects of stress. Remember to listen to them and offer support when they are in need as well.
- Look for humor in the situation. When used appropriately, humor is a great way to relieve stress in the workplace. When you or those around you start taking things too seriously, find a way to lighten the mood by sharing a joke or funny story.
http://www.helpguide.org/articles/stress/stress-at-work.htm
People with binge eating problem may overeat when they feel stressed, upset, hurt, or angry. This disorder leads to various chronic disorders such as obesity, type 2 diabetes, hypertension etc.
https://www.icontrolmyhealth.org/health-blog/overcome-stress-and-binge-eating
10 Simple Ways to Overcome Stress
1. One thing at a time. This is the simplest and best way to start reducing your stress, and you can start today. Right now. Focus as much as possible on doing one thing at a time. Clear your desk of distractions. Pick something to work on. Need to write a report? Do only that. Remove distractions such as phones and email notifications while you’re working on that report. If you’re going to do email, do only that. This takes practice, and you’ll get urges to do other things. Just keep practicing and you’ll get better at it.
2. Simplify your schedule. A hectic schedule is a major cause of high stress. Simplify by reducing the number of commitments in your life to just the essential ones. Learn to say no to the rest — and slowly get out of commitments that aren’t beneficial to you. Schedule only a few important things each day, and put space between them. Get out of meetings when they aren’t absolutely essential. Leave room for down time and fun.
3. Get moving. Do something each day to be active — walk, hike, play a sport, go for a run, hit the gym. It doesn’t have to be grueling to reduce stress. Just move. Have fun doing it.
4. Develop one healthy habit this month. Other than getting active, improving your health overall will help with the stress. But do it one habit at a time. Eat fruits and veggies for snacks. Floss every day. Quit smoking. Cook something healthy for dinner. Drink water instead of soda. One habit at a time.
5. Do something calming. What do you enjoy that calms you down? For many people, it can be the “get moving” activity discussed above. But it could also be taking a nap, or a bath, or reading, or having sex (which can also be considered a “get moving” activity if you do it for longer than 5 minutes). Other people are calmed by housework or yard work. Some people like to meditate, or take a nature walk. Find your calming activity and try to do it each day.
6. Simplify your finances. Finances can be a drain on your energy and a major source of stress in your life. If that’s true with you, figure out ways to simplify things. Automate savings and bill payments and debt payments. Spend less by shopping less. Find ways to have fun that don’t involve spending money.
7. Have some fun! Have fun each day, even if it’s just for a few minutes. Is there something simple you like to do for fun, but you don’t do it because you are always too busy? Maybe you like to shoot some hoops or take a walk and watch the sun go down. If you have kids, take some time to play with them. find something to do every day that has nothing to do with work and any other responsibly, and take some time to enjoy yourself.
8. Get creative. Throwing yourself into a creative activity is another great way toreduce stress. I like writing, but others like to paint or play music or sketch or make pottery or do interior design or build things.
9. Declutter. This is a favorite of mine. I like to take 20-30 minutes and just go through a room, getting rid of stuff we don’t use or need anymore. I look around at anything that’s cluttering up a room, and get rid of it or find a better place for it. When I’m done, I have a nice, peaceful environment for work, play, and living. Do this a little at a time — it can be one of your “fun activities”.
10. Be early. I will admit that it’s hard to be early when you have to get 6 kids ready (seriously — try it!). But being late can be very stressful. Try to leave earlier by getting ready earlier, or by scheduling more space between events. Things always take longer than normal, so schedule some buffer time: extra time to get ready, to commute, to do errands before you need to be somewhere, to attend a meeting before another scheduled appointment. If you get somewhere early, it’s good to have some reading material.
Have a nice day free from stress
http://advancedlifeskills.com/blog/10-ways-to-overcome-stress/
Everyone has stress, because life isn't something we totally control.
Use these tips to help keep stress at bay.
1. Ask yourself what you can do about the sources of your stress. Think through the pros and cons. Take action where you can.
2. Keep a positive, realistic attitude. Accept that although you can't control certain things, you're in charge of how you respond.
3. Stand up for yourself in a polite way. Share your feelings, opinions, or beliefs, instead of becoming angry, defensive, or passive.
4. Learn and practice relaxation techniques. Try breathing exercises, meditation, prayer, yoga, or tai chi.
5. Exercise regularly. You'll feel better and be more prepared to handle problems.
6. Eat healthy. Avoid too much sugar. Focus on fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean protein. When you're stressed, you'll probably want less-nutritious comfort foods, but if you overdo them, they'll add to your problems.
7. Try to manage your time wisely.
8. Say no, where you can, to things that would add more stress to your life.
9. Make time for hobbies and interests.
10. Get enough rest and sleep. Your body needs time to recover from stressful events.
11. Don't rely on alcohol, drugs, or food to help against stress. Ease up on caffeine, too.
12. Spend time with people you love.
13. Talk with a counselor or take a stress management class for more help.
http://www.webmd.com/balance/guide/tips-to-control-stress
I agree with Subhash C. Kundu I think he give some important keys to overcome the stress .
One of the good ways of coping with stress is to identify the sources and then to find out ways of tackling them.
In general, exercising regularly increases the body's capability to withstand stress.
"Perceived stress can be altered by mindfulness-based stress reduction, cognitive-behavioral therapies and stress-reducing drugs. These interventions may postpone or even prevent an individual's cognitive decline," said first author, Mindy Katz, M.P.H. from Einstein's Saul R. Korey Department of Neurology.
http://www.techtimes.com/articles/116025/20151214/these-stress-management-strategies-may-help-prevent-cognitive-impairment-later-in-life.htm
dear Sufia_Zaman,
Take 5 to 15 mins for the relaxation at that time you will to do 'keep quit and calm, don't think about anything and don't speak with anyone' it will helps to overcome the stress.
whenever anyone will get the stress try the above thing it will helps.
regards,
saran
There are many methods to overcome stress as shared by RG members above as well as from Internet e.g.
http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/145855.php
http://psychcentral.com/blog/archives/2011/07/11/10-practical-ways-to-handle-stress/
http://advancedlifeskills.com/blog/10-ways-to-overcome-stress/
http://advancedlifeskills.com/blog/10-ways-to-overcome-stress/
Different people may react differently toward different stressor(s) & different people may prefer / react differently toward different de-stress methods. For me I adopt the following steps:
Also finding totally stress-free may not be a good thing as a little stress can be good to us e.g. increase motivation, become more resilient, maintain alertness etc - you can refer to this link below:
http://news.health.com/2014/08/18/5-weird-ways-stress-can-actually-be-good-for-you/
Ways to Overcome Stress
What to do when you're too busy to breathe.
1. Admit you're stressed. Is your life so packed with things to do that you can't seem to get anything done? Do you have a gnawing pain in your stomach that won't go away? Do you often forget things you're supposed to do? Are you tired, short-tempered, discouraged? If you answered yes to most of these questions, you're stressed. So admit it, then …
2. Make a list. Write down everything you're involved in, from debate team to math club to youth group to your part-time job. Estimate how much time each week you spend in these activities, as well as how many hours you pour into homework, helping around the house, building friendships, and anything else that requires a significant chunk of your time.
3. Take your list to someone you trust. This person could be your Bible study leader, youth pastor, adult mentor, a mature Christian friend, or one of your parents. Have this person go over the list with you. Talk about why each item is important to you. Discuss your priorities—those things that are (or should be) most important to you.
4. Prioritize your list. Order your list from most important to least important. Determine what you need to cut out of your life, then cross those things off the list. Circle the things you want to keep no matter what. Evaluate the "in-between" items and resolve not to feel guilty if you don't do all of them.
5. Practice saying no. You simply can't say yes to everything. You've got to learn to say no, too. If you want to cut down on stress, you need to keep yourself from being over-committed.
6. Think about your use of time. You could be stressed because you simply don't know how to manage your time well. If you tend to procrastinate or are poorly organized, you need help using your time wisely. Ask your guidance counselor or an organized friend for tips on how to use your time better.
There are also many calendars and day-timers that can help you. Drop by your local bookstore and check out the planners and organizers specifically for students. But remember: A time-management tool is only as good as your commitment to use it. So if you purchase some kind of organizer, use it.
7. Keep God first. Isaiah 40:29-31 says, "[God] gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak. Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall; but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint." Place your trust and hope in God and make your relationship with him your top priority. As you do, you'll discover you really do have time for what's most important in life.
http://www.christianitytoday.com/iyf/hottopics/faithvalues/7-ways-to-overcome-stress.html
How we perceive a situation and how we react to it is the basis of our stress. If you focus on the negative in any situation, you can expect high stress levels. However, if you try and see the good in the situation, your stress levels will greatly diminish. ~ Catherine Pulsifer
Stress should be dealt with positive approach. It is important to recognize the causes and to take steps to deal with the root of the problem, and to tackle the symptoms. Following steps may be helpful in overcoming stress:-
- Organized personal and professional life
- Avoiding negative thinking
- Relaxation and enough sleep
- Regular exercise
- Timely and properly eating
- Practicing yoga and meditation
Doing things you love
Preventing anguish for the things/situations that can’t be changed
Taking responsibility for making one’s life what one wants it to be
- Developing a sense of humour
By developing the habit of ignoring irrelevant and unwanted issues.
Almost for everyone
Family Stress
http://www.bestcolleges.com/resources/balancing-stress/
Overcome stress in only eight minutes!
"Whether it’s a tight deadline at work, planning a wedding, moving, challenges at home, or the upcoming holiday season, life can get pretty stressful.
Between the busyness, overwhelm, and lack of sleep, that tension begins to take its toll: Inflammation rises, the immune system gets battered, emotions are rocky, belly fat may accumulate, and digestion starts to go twisted.
Here are the five ways to overcome stress in just eight minutes..."
http://www.thenewstribe.com/2015/12/05/overcome-stress-in-only-eight-minutes/
There are many stressful situations, at work, at home, on the road and in public places. One may feel stress because of poor communication, too much work and everyday hassles like standing in line. When stress makes you feel bad, do something that makes you feel good. Doing things you enjoy is a natural way to fight off stress. Recollect your pleasing memories. Relaxation including deep breathing (a form of relaxation) also calm the tension in your mind and body.
Getting to the root of anxiety, accepting reality, practicing self-care and creating positivity may help in combating stress.
Stress is a present day problem & covers all most entire human being of the world . People do not want rest their mind remains all the time in the thinking process & right from the morning get up with the Good morning , their mind tunes & runs with their day program in the hurry & hasty manner in such situation to have working of stress remains that day to day problem.
Whether one can believe it or not , STRESS is a creative of disturbing problem of our health & sometime it creates the major health problem . Blood Pressure,Diabetics ,Gastric trouble,& some time it may reach to the Heart problem remain due to their working environment under the stress.
With this some time back a question has been raised by Professor Mr Roland Losif Moraru frm Romania related to the Stress in developing countries . In this line subsequent i presented an article under the captioned '' Our Stress -the present day Problem ''which i submit herewith for your perusal & also for our valued readers .
This is my personal opinion how ever i submit due to the relevant question
When you get stressed, remind yourself to return to the present moment and stay close to what’s within your control. Take care of yourself. Eat. Sleep. Make a study plan that is bite-sized and achievable. Taking first things first can be a big help
http://as.cornell.edu/news/multiple-resources-help-ease-student%E2%80%99s-spring-stress
Exercise is a great stress-buster. Yoga can be an excellent choice, but any form of physical activity is beneficial. Also, make time for hobbies and favorite activities. Make sure to set aside time for the things that bring you pleasure.
Remember...."This shall too pass" in any tough situation
and keep faith... tell your heart that the best is yet to come!
Some people can bounce back from life’s pressures, but others do not seem to have the capacity. Can anything help them to strengthen their emotional armour?...
Recent psychological research suggests that emotional resilience can be developed. A systematic review of what makes people able to deal with failure looked at results from 46 studies...
“Self-esteem was shown to be significant in two thirds of the studies we looked at in mediating the link between failure and distress.” - Dr Judith Johnson
https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2017/jan/16/how-can-i-cope-better-with-stress
Walking, reading books, listening to music, writing stories. Travelling - visiting new and/or favorite places. Being with my family and friends.These are the things that help me.
For the biggest benefits of exercise, try to include at least 2½ hours of moderate-intensity physical activity (e.g. brisk walking) each week, 1¼ hours of a vigorous-intensity activity (such as jogging or swimming laps), or a combination of the two.
5 X 30: Jog, walk, bike, or dance three to five times a week for 30 minutes.
Set small daily goals and aim for daily consistency rather than perfect workouts. It's better to walk every day for 15-20 minutes than to wait until the weekend for a three-hour fitness marathon. Lots of scientific data suggests that frequency is most important.
Find forms of exercise that are fun or enjoyable. Extroverted people often like classes and group activities. People who are more introverted often prefer solo pursuits.
Distract yourself with an iPod or other portable media player to download audiobooks, podcasts, or music. Many people find it’s more fun to exercise while listening to something they enjoy.
Recruit an “exercise buddy.” It's often easier to stick to your exercise routine when you have to stay committed to a friend, partner, or colleague.
Be patient when you start a new exercise program. Most sedentary people require about four to eight weeks to feel coordinated and sufficiently in shape so that exercise feels easier.
https://www.adaa.org/tips-manage-anxiety-and-stress
I believe that stress is more among the non-believer than the believer. Though on sudden tragedy believer also fall into stress transiently but they can overcome in short time after remembering Almighty the Creator as only best Helper and Healer. For the non believer the suggestion given by Fateh Mebarek-Oudina is good.
“We can easily manage if we will only take, each day, the burden appointed to it. But the load will be too heavy for us if we carry yesterday’s burden over again today, and then add the burden of the morrow before we are required to bear it.” – John Newton
10 Practical Ways to Handle Stress
By Margarita Tartakovsky, M.S.
Stress is inevitable. It walks in and out of our lives on a regular basis. And it can easily walk all over us unless we take action. Fortunately, there are many things you can do to minimize and cope with stress. Here are 10 ideas for handling stress without causing more strain and hassle.
1. Figure out where the stress is coming from.
Oftentimes, when we’re stressed, it seems like a big mess with stressors appearing from every angle. We start to feel like we’re playing a game of dodge ball, ducking and darting so we don’t get smacked by a barrage of balls. We take a defensive position, and not a good one at that.
Instead of feeling like you’re flailing day to day, identify what you’re actually stressed about. Is it a specific project at work, an upcoming exam, a dispute with your boss, a heap of laundry, a fight with your family?
By getting specific and pinpointing the stressors in your life, you’re one step closer to getting organized and taking action.
2. Consider what you can control—and work on that.
While you can’t control what your boss does, what your in-laws say or the sour state of the economy, you can control how you react, how you accomplish work, how you spend your time and what you spend your money on.
The worst thing for stress is trying to take control over uncontrollable things. Because when you inevitably fail — since it’s beyond your control — you only get more stressed out and feel helpless. So after you’ve thought through what’s stressing you out, identify the stressors that you can control, and determine the best ways to take action.
Take the example of a work project. If the scope is stressing you out, talk it over with your supervisor or break the project down into step-wise tasks and deadlines.
Stress can be paralyzing. Doing what’s within your power moves you forward and is empowering and invigorating.
3. Do what you love.
It’s so much easier to manage pockets of stress when the rest of your life is filled with activities you love. Even if your job is stress central, you can find one hobby or two that enrich your world. What are you passionate about? If you’re not sure, experiment with a variety of activities to find something that’s especially meaningful and fulfilling.
4. Manage your time well.
One of the biggest stressors for many people is lack of time. Their to-do list expands, while time flies. How often have you wished for more hours in the day or heard others lament their lack of time? But you’ve got more time than you think, as Laura Vanderkam writes in her aptly titled book, 168 Hours: You Have More Time Than You Think.
We all have the same 168 hours, and yet there are plenty of people who are dedicated parents and full-time employees and who get at least seven hours of sleep a night and lead fulfilling lives.
Here are Vanderkam’s seven steps to help you check off your to-do list and find time for the things you truly enjoy.
5. Create a toolbox of techniques.
One stress-shrinking strategy won’t work for all your problems. For instance, while deep breathing is helpful when you’re stuck in traffic or hanging at home, it might not rescue you during a business meeting.
Because stress is complex, “What we need is a toolbox that’s full of techniques that we can fit and choose for the stressor in the present moment,” said Richard Blonna, Ed.D, a nationally certified coach and counselor and author of Stress Less, Live More: How Acceptance & Commitment Therapy Can Help You Live a Busy Yet Balanced Life.
Here’s a list of additional techniques to help you build your toolbox.
6. Pick off the negotiables from your plate.
Review your daily and weekly activities to see what you can pick off your plate. As Vanderkam asks in her book: “Do your kids really love their extracurricular activities, or are they doing them to please you? Are you volunteering for too many causes, and so stealing time from the ones where you could make the most impact? Does your whole department really need to meet once per week or have that daily conference call?”
Blonna suggested asking these questions: “Do [my activities] mesh with my goals and values? Am I doing things that give my life meaning? Am I doing the right amount of things?”
Reducing your stack of negotiable tasks can greatly reduce your stress.
7. Are you leaving yourself extra vulnerable to stress?
Whether you perceive something as a stressor depends in part on your current state of mind and body. That is, as Blonna said, ““Each transaction we’re involved in takes place in a very specific context that’s affected by our health, sleep, psychoactive substances, whether we’ve had breakfast [that day] and [whether we’re] physically fit.”
So if you’re not getting sufficient sleep or physical activity during the week, you may be leaving yourself extra susceptible to stress. When you’re sleep-deprived, sedentary and filled to the brim with coffee, even the smallest stressors can have a huge impact.
8. Preserve good boundaries.
If you’re a people-pleaser like me, saying no feels like you’re abandoning someone, have become a terrible person or are throwing all civility out the window. But of course that couldn’t be further from the truth. Plus, those few seconds of discomfort are well worth avoiding the stress of taking on an extra activity or doing something that doesn’t contribute value to your life.
One thing I’ve noticed about productive, happy people is that they’re very protective of their time and having their boundaries crossed. But not to worry: Building boundaries is a skill you can learn. Here are some tips to help. And if you tend toward people-pleasing, these tips can help, too.
9. Realize there’s a difference between worrying and caring.
Sometimes, our mindset can boost stress, so a small issue mushrooms into a pile of problems. We continue worrying, somehow thinking that this is a productive — or at least inevitable — response to stress. But we mistake worry for action.
Clinical psychologist Chad LeJeune, Ph.D, talks about the idea of worrying versus caring in his book, The Worry Trap: How to Free Yourself from Worry & Anxiety Using Acceptance & Commitment Therapy. “Worrying is an attempt to exert control over the future by thinking about it,” whereas caring is taking action. “When we are caring for someone or something, we do the things that support or advance the best interests of the person or thing that we care about.”
LeJeune uses the simple example of houseplants. He writes: “If you are away from home for a week, you can worry about your houseplants every single day and still return home to find them brown and wilted. Worrying is not watering.”
Similarly, fretting about your finances does nothing but get you worked up (and likely prevent you from taking action). Caring about your finances, however, means creating a budget, paying bills on time, using coupons and reducing how often you dine out.
Just this small shift in mindset from worrying to caring can help you adjust your reaction to stress. To see this distinction between worrying and caring, LeJeune includes an activity where readers list responses for each one. For example:
Worrying about your health involves…
Caring about your health involves…
Worrying about your career involves…
Caring about your career involves…
10. Embrace mistakes—or at least don’t drown in perfectionism.
Another mindset that can exacerbate stress is perfectionism. Trying to be mistake-free and essentially spending your days walking on eggshells is exhausting and anxiety-provoking. Talk about putting pressure on yourself! And as we all know but tend to forget: Perfectionism is impossible and not human, anyway.
As researcher Brene Brown writes in her book The Gifts of Imperfection: Let Go of Who You Think You’re Supposed to Be and Embrace Who You Are, “Perfectionism is not the same thing as striving to be your best. Perfectionism is not about healthy achievement and growth” and it’s not self-improvement.
Nothing good can come from perfectionism. Brown writes: “Research shows that perfectionism hampers success. In fact, it’s often the path to depression, anxiety, addiction and life-paralysis [‘all the opportunities we miss because we’re too afraid to put anything out in the world that could be imperfect’].”
Plus, mistake-mistaking can lead to growth. To overcome perfectionism, Brown suggests becoming more compassionate toward yourself. I couldn’t agree more.
https://psychcentral.com/blog/archives/2011/07/11/10-practical-ways-to-handle-stress/
@Ali A R Aldallal, it is a very nice list of ideas. But, what can I do, when I cannot control the growth of my to-do-lists...?
Best Regards
Andreas
You might gain a measure of control over the factors that cause stress and change some of the assumptions that enable them. Also you can change your ability to deal with stress through schedules, delegation, time management, mechanical advantage, and electronic applications.
I've found that enjoying the now and solving problems as they come help reduce stress.
And this may sound unbelievable, but joining Q & A on RG is a kind of relaxation for me too. It's the time when I can choose to talk about things I like and know pretty well about.
Sincerely,
Cameen
Dear @Cameen, it may be stressful when you realize that you do not have time to answer all the questions that you are following! It is not good feeling when you leave a thread because a lack of time!
Distance stresses
A relationship separated by a long distance can be very frustrating and challenging. It can be hard to feel that your relationship is progressing forwards when you rarely see each other. Long distance can be a big test of your commitment to one another but it is possible to develop a strong and happy bond together despite this if you take the right approach.
http://www.stresstips.com/how-to-cope-with-a-long-distance-relationship/
After all, stress is a state of the mind that is caused by outside influences. You can’t change the external pressures, but you can work on the way you react to these pressures.
http://www.developgoodhabits.com/dealing-with-stress/
There is an insidious problem that can sneak into your life and turn it upside down. It can wreck your health, your relationships and your career. As you probably guessed, I am talking aboutstress. Yes, we’re all exposed to it, but we don’t have to become infected.
http://advancedlifeskills.com/blog/10-ways-to-overcome-stress/
Overcoming stress should begin with understanding in detail what phenomenon we are talking about:
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By practicing Yoga, Pranayam and some physical exercises, we overcome the stress.
10 Simple Ways to Overcome Stress
Stress is a major problem for many people — a hectic, stressful job, a chaotic home life, bills to worry about, and bad habits such as unhealthy eating, drinking and smoking can lead to a mountain of stress.
If your life is full of stress, there are some simple things you can start doing immediately to get your stress levels under control. There was a time when I was stuck in a stressful lifestyle and it really began to affect me. So I made some drastic changes.
Changes that helped me overcome stress
I quit my job. I simplified my life. I started exercising more and eating healthier. And little by little I began to eliminate my debt. I also learned some habits that, when applied on a daily basis, can really transform the way you live, in a positive way.
How did I do all of this? One thing at a time. I didn’t do a major overhaul of my life. I changed one habit a month, and gradually over the course of a year or two changed a lot of things in my life.
I won’t guarantee that all of these will work for you. They worked for me, but each person is different. Pick and choose the ones that will work best for you, and give them a try. One at a time.
10 simple ways to overcome stress
1. One thing at a time. This is the simplest and best way to start reducing your stress, and you can start today. Right now. Focus as much as possible on doing one thing at a time. Clear your desk of distractions. Pick something to work on. Need to write a report? Do only that. Remove distractions such as phones and email notifications while you’re working on that report. If you’re going to do email, do only that. This takes practice, and you’ll get urges to do other things. Just keep practicing and you’ll get better at it.
2. Simplify your schedule. A hectic schedule is a major cause of high stress. Simplify by reducing the number of commitments in your life to just the essential ones. Learn to say no to the rest — and slowly get out of commitments that aren’t beneficial to you. Schedule only a few important things each day, and put space between them. Get out of meetings when they aren’t absolutely essential. Leave room for down time and fun.
3. Get moving. Do something each day to be active — walk, hike, play a sport, go for a run, hit the gym. It doesn’t have to be grueling to reduce stress. Just move. Have fun doing it.
4. Develop one healthy habit this month. Other than getting active, improving your health overall will help with the stress. But do it one habit at a time. Eat fruits and veggies for snacks. Floss every day. Quit smoking. Cook something healthy for dinner. Drink water instead of soda. One habit at a time.
5. Do something calming. What do you enjoy that calms you down? For many people, it can be the “get moving” activity discussed above. But it could also be taking a nap, or a bath, or reading, or having sex (which can also be considered a “get moving” activity if you do it for longer than 5 minutes). Other people are calmed by housework or yard work. Some people like to meditate, or take a nature walk. Find your calming activity and try to do it each day.
6. Simplify your finances. Finances can be a drain on your energy and a major source of stress in your life. If that’s true with you, figure out ways to simplify things. Automate savings and bill payments and debt payments. Spend less by shopping less. Find ways to have fun that don’t involve spending money.
7. Have some fun! Have fun each day, even if it’s just for a few minutes. Is there something simple you like to do for fun, but you don’t do it because you are always too busy? Maybe you like to shoot some hoops or take a walk and watch the sun go down. If you have kids, take some time to play with them. find something to do every day that has nothing to do with work and any other responsibly, and take some time to enjoy yourself.
8. Get creative. Throwing yourself into a creative activity is another great way to reduce stress. I like writing, but others like to paint or play music or sketch or make pottery or do interior design or build things.
9. Declutter. This is a favorite of mine. I like to take 20-30 minutes and just go through a room, getting rid of stuff we don’t use or need anymore. I look around at anything that’s cluttering up a room, and get rid of it or find a better place for it. When I’m done, I have a nice, peaceful environment for work, play, and living. Do this a little at a time — it can be one of your “fun activities”.
10. Be early. I will admit that it’s hard to be early when you have to get 6 kids ready (seriously — try it!). But being late can be very stressful. Try to leave earlier by getting ready earlier, or by scheduling more space between events. Things always take longer than normal, so schedule some buffer time: extra time to get ready, to commute, to do errands before you need to be somewhere, to attend a meeting before another scheduled appointment. If you get somewhere early, it’s good to have some reading material.
http://advancedlifeskills.com/blog/10-ways-to-overcome-stress/
Stress is unavoidable situation in our life. Coping with the stressful situation is the challenge . Many may have unborn ability to distress the situation by their own nature but many don't have this. For this I think Yoga , meditation , music are best solutions. But, regularity for these is not mentioned by me. So what I follow is do whatever you like. Say u do like reading a book, listening music and even have a chat with someone. More so just divert your attention and bypass the emotions. I'd brain given some time it definitely will never turn up into wrong decision.
meditation and yoga, adaptogens are useful for regulation and control and balancing body system functions
How about stress related to the research?!
Often, physically stepping back from the source of stress can help gain a new perspective, but I think the key is not to let information in as a distraction, and let the brain engage with the problem in a relaxed way. In any kind of research, things will go wrong at some point and we can’t always control everything, but we can always choose how to respond. The point though is that it needs to be a conscious choice, not just reverting to habit...
http://jameshaytonphd.com/dealing-with-research-stress/
Stress can be overcome with regular nonpharmacological practice yoga and meditation ,initially under the supervision of guru and later on own practice ,preferably early morning,
Ayurveidc concept ;use of adaptogens if required
Satsang with high level of spirutual gure
chanting name of God
Physical exercise, maintain daily routine, positive thinking, and spend time with little kids could help to reduce stress.
Stress is a part of life and you can't always avoid it. But you can try to avoid situations that can cause stress and anxiety, and you can control how you respond to it. The choices that you make about the way you live affect your stress level. Your lifestyle may not cause stress on its own, but it can prevent your body from recovering from it. After knowing what is causing your stress, try making some changes in your life that will help you avoid stressful situations.
10 Ways to Reduce Stress in Under 10 Minutes
Although the cause of our stress can differ, it's something almost all working professionals suffer from now and again. But stress doesn't have to derail your day. Here are ten simple ways to stop those feelings of anxiety and pressure the moment they start.
1) Meditate
When your brain starts buzzing, meditation can be just the medicine you need to silence those pestering thoughts. When we are stressed, our minds can become overwhelmed as we run through our to-do list, try to tackle the task at hand, and predict forthcomings. When you feel like you can't think straight, take a time out rather than freak out. If the idea of meditating (especially at work) sounds laughable, let it be said that meditation doesn't have to consist of sitting Indian style and humming. Just closing your eyes, concentrating on your breathing and being focused on your current state (not what's going on in your head) for a few minutes can do the trick. For newbies an app like Headspace can help you get the hang of getting Zen.
2) Drink tea
Stress is usually a byproduct of too much work, and when we have a lot on our plate caffeine seems to be the best answer. Rather than reach for that cup of coffee though try sipping on green tea instead. Fused with about half the caffeine of an average cup of joe, green tea also contains the amino acid L-Theanine, which is linked to the reduction of stress and anxiety. You may need a bit more to get that caffeine buzz you crave, but the health benefits long outweigh the hassle of steeping a second cup.
3) Listen to music
Seeking calm from music is well worth the try. Since music is able to effect our emotions, it is a promising tool for warding off stress. Classical music is the genre most noted for its soothing powers, but if your preference leans more towards hip hop or country there's no harm in putting on what you like. The goal is to listen to something that relaxes you, so the type of music is less important than the way it makes you feel.
4) Go for a walk
Emerging in nature while also partaking in light, physical activity can significantly reduce stress levels. The reason a walk outdoors is so effective is it combines two positive things that promote tranquility and balance mood. Walking in general is helpful at reducing tension and stress, and when you throw in the calming powers of nature you have yourself an all around great stress buster.
5) Journal
Writing our feelings down on paper allows us to acknowledge the core causes of our stress and address them in a productive way. Sometimes we can't pinpoint the root of our emotions. We're feeling upset or aggravated but aren't sure why. Journaling calls on us to dig deeper, finding where our stress started and how it escalated. Just like talking about our problems makes us feel better, jotting them down is equally as effective and doesn't require an audience filter.
6) Use aromatherapy
Different scents dictate different moods. Next time you experience feelings of woe or worry, rub a drop of essential oil on your temples or plug in a diffuser. Not sure which aromatherapy will work best? Rose and geranium are both great scents for relieving stress, while sandalwood and myrrh help to reduce anxiety by promoting peace of mind.
7) Laugh it off
Stress can seem serious but it doesn't have to be. Sometimes lightening the mood can help us to realize our problems are much smaller than we really think. Do something that makes you laugh, like watching a funny YouTube video. A little laughter will take your mind off the problem at hand, and also has an instant physical response that makes us feel better.
8) Breathe deep
Simply slowing your breath can dramatically improve your mood and clarity. There are many different exercises you can try, ranging from beginner basics to more advanced techniques. Start slow and find a rhythm that works for you. Breathing exercises can be done anytime and anywhere, offering a foolproof and affordable way to fight stress.
9) Call your mom
When a stressful event occurs you might feel like running away and hiding but talking out what occurred can be a great solution-and who better to help than mom? Even if your parents live in another state, a simple phone call can have a similar effect as a warm hug. A study found that dialing up mom can drop stress hormones and release oxytocin, a chemical in our brain that stirs up good feelings.
10) Think positive thoughts
Stress can drag us down a dark tunnel where we start feeling helpless and negative. Try flipping the switch before you get too deep by making an active effort to think positive thoughts. Depending on what kind of down self-talk you're having, find a way to make it constructive and optimistic. For example, if you find yourself pointing out your flaws, instead focus on ways to improve and the good qualities you do possess.
http://www.inc.com/dan-scalco/10-ways-to-reduce-stress-in-under-10-minutes.html
Having stress in your life is unavoidable, but there are steps students can take to mitigate its effects on their lives and health.
http://www.foxbusiness.com/features/2011/03/31/stress-college-causes-combat.html
Life can be stressful; sometimes you'll have to deal with ongoing stress positively. Stress can have a variety of causes such as family problems, job problems, financial difficulties, poor health, or even the death of someone close to you. It is important to recognize the causes (some stress is natural), take steps to deal with the root of the problem, and tackle the symptoms. Most importantly, don't battle stress alone — ask for help from a friend and, if necessary, a professional.
I agree with Fateh Mebarek-Oudina
and one more thing to be near from Allah Always.
regards,
Dear dr.
My colleague, in a simple manner and up on my modest experience to overcome the stress situation ; firstly I will leave the place and secondly try to ignore the stress cause, change the self mode through drinking of hot or cold syrups (coffee, tea, natural juices, ice cream ....... ect.), make a shower or swimming, small picnic, as well as, to fun and play with a neighboring or our family babies, try to sing or listening to lovely music and singing.
Best regards,
NASEER ALMUKHTAR
Physical activities removes stress from the person. Variety of activities create more challenges and opportunities, which distracts us to think about stress.
Therefore Stress is in the mind, more than on the body.
Dear @Nirmala, I suppose that you have forgotten to attach the link that leads to the origin of your answer whose author is Matthew Hick. Here it is.
http://1st4stress.com/Stress/Overcoming-Stress.html
I was not wrong. @Ali hussien Amteghy is MASTER of plagiarism. Here is the resource of the plagiarised answer from previous page.
"Life can be stressful; sometimes you'll have to deal with ongoing stress positively. Stress can have a variety of causes such as family problems, job problems, financial difficulties, poor health, or even the death of someone close to you. It is important to recognize the causes (some stress is natural), take steps to deal with the root of the problem, and tackle the symptoms. Most importantly, don't battle stress alone — ask for help from a friend and, if necessary, a professional."
http://www.wikihow.com/Deal-With-Stress
10 Relaxation Techniques That Zap Stress Fast
By Jeannette Moninger
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Relax. You deserve it, it's good for you, and it takes less time than you think.
You don't need a spa weekend or a retreat. Each of these stress-relieving tips can get you from OMG to om in less than 15 minutes.
1. Meditate
A few minutes of practice per day can help ease anxiety. “Research suggests that daily meditation may alter the brain’s neural pathways, making you more resilient to stress,” says psychologist Robbie Maller Hartman, PhD, a Chicago health and wellness coach.
It's simple. Sit up straight with both feet on the floor. Close your eyes. Focus your attention on reciting -- out loud or silently -- a positive mantra such as “I feel at peace” or “I love myself.” Place one hand on your belly to sync the mantra with your breaths. Let any distracting thoughts float by like clouds.
2. Breathe Deeply
Take a 5-minute break and focus on your breathing. Sit up straight, eyes closed, with a hand on your belly. Slowly inhale through your nose, feeling the breath start in your abdomen and work its way to the top of your head. Reverse the process as you exhale through your mouth.
“Deep breathing counters the effects of stress by slowing the heart rate and lowering blood pressure,” psychologist Judith Tutin, PhD, says. She's a certified life coach in Rome, GA.
3. Be Present
Slow down.
“Take 5 minutes and focus on only one behavior with awareness,” Tutin says. Notice how the air feels on your face when you’re walking and how your feet feel hitting the ground. Enjoy the texture and taste of each bite of food.
When you spend time in the moment and focus on your senses, you should feel less tense.
4. Reach Out
Your social network is one of your best tools for handling stress. Talk to others -- preferably face to face, or at least on the phone. Share what's going on. You can get a fresh perspective while keeping your connection strong.
5. Tune In to Your Body
Mentally scan your body to get a sense of how stress affects it each day. Lie on your back, or sit with your feet on the floor. Start at your toes and work your way up to your scalp, noticing how your body feels.
For more plz read at following link.
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http://www.webmd.com/balance/guide/blissing-out-10-relaxation-techniques-reduce-stress-spot#1
I agree with Ali A R Aldallal · relaxation techniques
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