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De-Stressors

ACKNOWLEDGING THE PHYSICAL, SOCIAL AND EMOTIONAL SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF STRESS IS THE FIRST STEP TO SEEKING HELP


COPING STRATEGIES for both in and outside the workplace are numerous, depending on the individual, but would include some of the following:

Time Management Being Assertive  Juggling 
Physical ActivityPower WordsEat Well
WaterMy NetworksPower of Appreciation
Body Language   Gender specific E mail malaise



PHYSICAL ACTIVITY - a brisk walk, enough to get a sweat on and stimulate the heart.  Ideally 30 minutes a day for 5 days of the week

CUT BACK ON SALT, SUGAR AND CAFFEINE - excess salt increases blood pressure. Sugar and caffeine are 'short, sharp' stimulants which give a quick buzz of energy but leave you feeling mored tired afterwards.  May also lead to diverse mood swings

ALCOHOL IS A DEPRESSANT - causes individuals to take risks they wouldn't normally consider

EAT A SANDWICH INSTEAD - gives a longer release of energy to finish the task at hand

DRINK WATER - stimulates the brain and increases concentration