The Canadian Mental Health Association provides information about stress. Check out their website for more information. (Direct quotes italicized below.)
What is Stress?
Stress is the body's response to a real or perceived threat. These threats are usually problems that people have to work through.
What Can I Do About It?
-Identify the problem
-Solve problems as they come up
-Talk about your problems
-Simplify your life
-Learn helpful thinking strategies
-Learn about stress management
-Start on the inside. Practices like yoga, meditation, mindfulness, prayer or breathing exercises can help quiet your mind and look at problems from a calmer, more balanced point of view.
-Get active. Physical activity can be a great way to reduce stress and improve your mood.
-Do something you enjoy
Can I Prevent Stress?
-Stress is part of being a human
-The goal of stress management is to bounce back from problems or challenges and maintain wellness.
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