Stress Management
                     STRESS MANAGEMENT
INTRODUCTION
• Stress management is a wide spectrum of techniques and psychotherapies aimed at 
controlling a person's level of stress, especially chronic stress, usually for the purpose 
of and for the motive of improving everyday functioning.
Source: Wikipedia
The importance of managing 
stress
• If you’re living with high levels of stress, you’re putting your entire well-being at risk. 
Stress wreaks havoc on your emotional equilibrium, as well as your physical health. It 
narrows your ability to think clearly, function effectively, and enjoy life.
Source: www.helpguide.org
STEPS TO MANAGE 
STRESS
Identify the sources of stress in 
your life
• Stress management starts with identifying the sources of stress in your life. This isn’t 
as straightforward as it sounds. 
• While it’s easy to identify major stressors such as changing jobs, moving, or going 
through a divorce, pinpointing the sources of chronic stress can be more complicated. 
Source: www.helpguide.org
Practice the 4 A’s of stress 
management
• When handling such predictable stressors, you can either change the situation or 
change your reaction. 
• When deciding which option to choose in any given scenario, it’s helpful to think of 
the four A’s: avoid, alter, adapt, or accept.
Source: www.helpguide.org
Make time for fun and relaxation
• Beyond a take-charge approach and a positive attitude, you can reduce stress in your 
life by carving out “me” time. Don’t get so caught up in the hustle and bustle of life 
that you forget to take care of your own needs. 
Source: www.helpguide.org
Manage your time better
• Poor time management can cause a lot of stress. When you’re stretched too thin and 
running behind, it’s hard to stay calm and focused. 
• Plus, you’ll be tempted to avoid or cut back on all the healthy things you should be 
doing to keep stress in check, like socializing and getting enough sleep. 
Source: www.helpguide.org
Maintain balance with a healthy 
lifestyle
• In addition to regular exercise, there are other healthy lifestyle choices that can 
increase your resistance to stress.
Source: www.helpguide.org
Learn to relieve stress in the 
moment
• When you’re frazzled by your morning commute, stuck in a stressful meeting at work, 
or fried from another argument with your spouse, you need a way to manage your 
stress levels right now. That’s where quick stress relief comes in.
Source: www.helpguide.org
Meditation
•  Meditation works well for many people and has many benefits. It can lower stress, 
anxiety, and chronic pain as well as improve sleep, energy levels, and mood. 
Source: www. webmd.com