How Can You Manage Stress?

December is arguably one of the highest stress inducing months in the entire year! Planning. Spending. Wrapping. Cooking. Family. Work. Beyond reasonable expectations of yourself and others...... Sound familiar?

The facts is, there is a December in EVERYONE's year. No getting around it. So, how can we manage the stress that is just waiting on the other side of the door?  Here are some techniques and tips from Web MD:


 

If you are one of the millions of stressed-out Americans, there's good news. People can learn to manage stress. Start with these stress management tips:

• Keep a positive attitude.
• Accept that there are events that you cannot control.
• Be assertive instead of aggressive. "Assert" your feelings, opinions, or beliefs instead of becoming angry, defensive, or passive.
• Learn and practice relaxation techniques.
• Exercise regularly. Your body can fight stress better when it is fit.
• Eat healthy, well-balanced meals.
• Get enough rest and sleep Your body needs time to recover from stressful events.
• Don't rely on alcohol or drugs to reduce stress.
• Seek out social support.
• Learn to manage your time more effectively.

Check the blog tomorrow for more info on stress and the holidays.