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When we face challenging time in our life, one of the key factor that will determined if we succeeded is the way we handle stress.
Managing stress has it benefits. You will be more healthy, immune system gets a booster, productive increases and your memory and thinking improved as well.
Try the following 5 stress management techniques. They can allow you to fulfill your career, business, and life ambitions while living a happier life.
Master Your Attitude
Positive or negative attitude. The choice is your to make. When you look at thing positively you see more opportunities and at the end of the day, you will not get the feeling that all your energy is drain out. It easier to focus on being negative during challenging time because the result you want are not forth coming at the time you want. Know the end in mind. But focus on
the process. If you put in consistent effort. You will be reward.
Set Realistic Goals
Set clear define goals in several area of your life. These include, family health,finance,career, spiritual, among others. Be realistic when you are writing them down. Give each goal a time frame. Ask yourself. Can I do it within the time frame I set? Do I have the resources to do it?
See the Big Picture
When things get crazy or chaotic, it is tempting to be pulled into activities that are not important. Hoping that the situation will improve or simply go away. But the truth is that it either gets worse or you will find it harder to start if you keep putting it off
Take a look at the big picture. Ask yourself why are you doing this. What is the objective of
your task. Focus on these reason. It will provide the motivation you need. Prioritize each and
every day so that you maximize your productivity
Managing Your Work Style
Organize yourself for success. Take a look at your desk. Do you have plies of paper work on your table. Are you working from one pile to the other without accomplishing much. Take appropriate actions to manage your work style and manage stress. Clear your desk. Make a habit to have on the things you need when working on your assignment. This eliminate distraction and allows you to focus on your work.
Healthy Lifestyle
When we are confronted with challenges, we tend to go for "comfort" food. Comfort food
makes us feel good but isn't nutritious. These foods are counterproductive when we are faced with challenges, and actually increase our stress levels. Fried foods, foods high in sugar, and dairy products can increase stress levels and decrease productivity in the long run. Fruits, broiled chicken, and plain yogurt with fruit added are much healthier choices and help to keep stress levels down.
Follow these five powerful stress management secrets and you will be able to make stress work for you in challenging situations.
