Everyone faces stress at some point. There is no way to avoid it completely. Mild stress that motivates you is good, but prolonged high-level stress can make you sick. Unhealthy stress can have physical and psychological effects.
Do you have too much stress in your life? Do you:
have difficulty falling asleep
get sick more frequently
have trouble focusing
feel anxious
use alcohol or drugs to handle the stress
What you can do:
Review your schedule and decide what you can change or eliminate
Identify what is most important to you
Get daily exercise, it is a great stress reliever
Decrease or eliminate your coffee and sugar intake.
Eat a healthy diet
Schedule 6-8 hours of sleep a night
Avoid alcohol or drugs
Make time for yourself, listen to music, read, visit friends
If you want to discuss your situation with a Health Services or Counseling Services professional feel free to call for a confidential appointment.
