Stress

Dealing with stressful situations is a normal part of life.

How we respond and handle these events can significantly impact our well-being. Long-term stress can have a major effect on our health.
By talking to someone and identify your stress triggers and then developing appropriate coping strategies can have a very positive impact on your life

Generally, we respond to stress in one of three ways:
1. Indifference – tuning out or disconnecting from the experience.
2. Attachment – wanting to hold on or cling to the stressor.
3. Aversion – pushing away or rejecting the stressor.

Each of these reactions can cause stress, especially aversion, where we want to eliminate what we don’t like in the moment.
Practicing mindfulness has been proven to be effective in managing stress. It can help you gain perspective and understand the connection between your mood and the high standards you set for yourself at home and at work.
Becoming more aware of your thoughts, feelings, and bodily sensations evoked by events gives you the opportunity to free yourself from automatic reactions and respond more mindfully.
The first step is to start noticing your experiences as you react automatically. Notice any tension or tightening in your body. As you acknowledge your bodily experiences, gently and compassionately shift your attention to your breathing. Use your breath as an anchor to come back to the present moment.

Here are a few more techniques to help you stay present and mindful:
1. Body Scan: Take a few minutes to scan your body from head to toe, paying attention to any areas of tension or discomfort.
2. Grounding Exercise: Focus on your senses by identifying 5 things you can see, 4 things you can touch, 3 things you can hear, 2 things you can smell, and 1 thing you can taste.
3. Mindful Walking: Take a short walk and pay attention to each step, the sensation of your feet touching the ground, and the movement of your body.

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