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What is Stress???????
Stress typically describes a negative concept that can have an impact on one’s mental and physical well-being.
Stress at workplace
Workplace stress is the harmful physical and emotional response that occurs when there is a poor match between job demands and the capabilities, resources, or needs of the worker
Factors A variety of factors contribute to workplace stress such as negative workload, isolation, extensive hours worked, toxic work environments, lack of autonomy, difficult relationships among coworkers and management, management bullying, harassment and lack of opportunities or motivation to advancement in one’s skill level
Stress-related disorders including psychological disorders (e.g., depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder) and other types of emotional strain (e.g., dissatisfaction, fatigue, tension, etc.
Stress management
A combination of organizational change and stress management is often the most useful approach for preventing stress at work.
Stress Management Tips• All stress isn’t bad. Stress can initiate change, help us focus on the task at hand, and in some cases even save our lives. Yet, when stress builds up, it can result in the opposites.• The first tip in managing stress is to recognize your stressors. The next step is to put each of them in their place.
Immediate relief from stress
Taking a deep breath and count to ten which adds oxygen to your system, which almost instantly helps you relax.
Tips for Reducing Stress:People can learn to manage stress and lead happier, healthier lives. Here are some tips to help you keep stress at bay!
•Keep a positive attitude.•Accept that there are events that you cannot control.•Be assertive instead of aggressive. Assert your feelings, opinions, or beliefs instead of becoming angry, defensive, or passive.•Learn and practice relaxation techniques; try meditation, yoga.•Exercise regularly. Your body can fight stress better when it is fit.
•Eat healthy, well-balanced meals.•Learn to manage your time more effectively.•Make time for hobbies and interests.• Get enough rest and sleep.• Your body needs time to recover from stressful events.
Above all ‘believe yourself’ Your beliefs become your thoughts, Your thoughts become your words, Your words become your actions, Your actions become your habits, Your habits become your values, Your values become your destiny.”
