stress management: how do i know if i'm stressed?
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October 18, 2016
Lisa R. CanganyExtension Educator, HHS
How Do I Know If I’m Stressed?
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How Do I Know If I’m Stressed?
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What are Your Warning Signs?
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Physical Symptoms
Sleeping problemsChange in appetiteShortness of breathHeadachesMuscle tensionRacing heartbeatFatigue
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Emotional Symptoms Worrying frequently Anger or anxiety Difficulty making
decisions Unhappy for no reason Easily upset Nervousness Feeling powerless
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Behavioral Symptoms Difficulty concentrating Over or under eating Snapping at people Neglecting appearance Crying easily Avoiding responsibilities
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Taking Steps to Manage Your Stress
Don’t blame yourself for things you can’t control Be aware of your stressors Back off and take some
deep breaths – slowly Share your struggles with a friend you
trust and respect Practice how to deal with
major stressors in your life
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Taking Steps to Manage Your Stress Continued
Learn to say no. It’s ok to take care of your own needs
Laugh often
Exercise regularly and get plenty of rest Don’t be overly demanding on yourself or other
Write in a journal or do a craft
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Taking Steps to Manage Your Stress Continued
Eat nutritiously and cut back on caffeine Take one day or event at a
time Practice time
management Practice meditation, listen to music You can control how you respond to a situation
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Stress Management Rules:
Rule #1: Don’t sweat the small stuff.
Rule #2: It’s all small stuff.
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Purdue University Cooperative Extension Service is an equal access/equal opportunity institution.
Lisa R. CanganyExtension Educator, HHS
Purdue Extension Boone County1300 E. 100 SouthLebanon, IN 46052
Sources: Cooperative Extension Service – University of Kentucky eXtension.org 2016 Food and Health Communications, Inc.