‘A’ TO ‘Z’ OF STRESS MANAGEMENT

• Always take time for yourself, at least30 minutes per day.
• Be aware of your own stress meter:Know when to step back and cool down.
• Concentrate on controlling your ownsituation, without controlling everybodyelse.
• Daily exercise will burn off the stresschemicals.
• Eat lots of fresh fruit, veggies, bread andwater, give your body the best for it toperform at its best.
• Forgive others, don't hold grudges and betolerant -- not everyone is as capable as you.
• Gain perspective on things, howimportant is the issue?
• Hugs, kisses and laughter: Have fun anddon't be afraid to share your feelingswith others.
• Identify stressors and plan to deal withthem better next time.
• Judge your own performance realistically;don't set goals out of your own reach.
• Keep a positive attitude, your outlook willinfluence outcomes and the way others treatyou.
• Limit alcohol, drugs and other stimulants,they affect your perception and behaviour.
• Manage money well, seek advice and save atleast 10 per cent of what you earn.
• No is a word you need to learn to use withoutfeeling guilty.
• Outdoor activities by yourself, or with friendsand family, can be a great way to relax.
• Play your favourite music rather thanwatching television.
• Quit bad habits.
• Relationships: Nurture and enjoy them,learn to listen more and talk less.
• Sleep well, with a firm mattress and asupportive pillow; don't overheat yourselfand allow plenty of ventilation.
• Treat yourself once a week with a massage,dinner out, the movies: Moderation is the key.
• Understand things from the other person'spoint of view.
• Verify information from the sourcebefore exploding.
• Worry less, it really does not get thingscompleted better or quicker.
• Xpress: Make a regular retreat to yourfavourite space, make holidays part ofyour yearly plan and budget.
• Yearly goal setting: Plan what you wantto achieve based on your priorities inyour career, relationships, etc.
• Zest for life: Each day is a gift, smileand be thankful that you are a part ofthe bigger picture.