
Stress can make us anxious and depressed. It is the enemy of clear thinking and, if allowed to get out of control, can compromise our health as well. One of the top stressors is the “time deficit” – the difference between the amount of time we think we need to get everything done and the amount of time we actually have to do it all.
But stress does not have to be our constant companion. With our busy schedule we have no time to take care of ourselves. Spend 20 minutes for yourself even if you have not finished everything on your to-do list.
Living in the moment is also a way to eliminate stress. Remind yourself regularly that life is precious and try to make peace with imperfection. The more you are able to accept things as they are-instead of how you want them to be- the happier you will be.
Stress is really fear, it is reacting to circumstances with a feeling of ‘this is too much,’ and you cannot handle it. When you are faced with uncertainty, think positively, positive thoughts make you feel better. Five to ten minutes of absolute silence each day is also essential as being quiet allows answers to surface.
Stress is always a signal that we are using our thinking in an unhealthy way. Instead of focusing on ways to manage stress, develop an immunity to it. We can eliminate stressful situation by eliminating the situation, modifying it or underreacting to it.
Keeping stress at bay
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Jul