Just as there are many sources of stress, there are also many possibilities for its management. [Photo/ health.clevelandclinic.org]
Do you have a demanding job that often leaves you stressed? You want to give it your all but this is not always the case as stress levels stand in your way. What do you do?Stress is a state of physical and mental tension which can manifest because of deadlines and social conflicts.Intrinsically, your body will always experience trouble concentrating and thinking negatively. As a result, you will probably start to feel sadness, anger, depression and guilt.Other body responses to stress include rapid heartbeat, headache, muscle aches and back pains.However, stress can propel one into action yet it can, negatively, lead to health problems such as heart diseases, ulcers, and high blood pressure.Just as there are many sources of stress, there are also many possibilities for its management.Becoming aware of your source of stress can have a decisive influence. Do not for instance gloss over problems by determining what events distress you and determine how your body responds to them.Equally, watch your emotional reaction; do not view your source of stress in exaggerated terms and or take a difficult situation and make it a disaster. Do not expect to please everyone at work.Besides, learn how to moderate your physical reaction to stress; slow, deep breathing will bring your heart rate and respiration back to normal, and relaxation techniques can reduce muscle tension.Most importantly, maintain your emotional reserves by developing some mutually supportive friendly relationships and pursue realistic goals. In simple terms, be friendly to yourself.