Stress management tips

Recognizing that stress is a part of the daily experience and that it is better to remain calm rather than get carried away contributes to less anxiety.

Since stress is virtually unavoidable, it helps to set priorities and move calmly and efficiently through them. Do not view tasks with a funnel effect but rather in order of importance to address them.

Do not procrastinate tasks or decisions that give the idea of the world on the shoulders unloads the body.

Consulting with professionals with whom to work on the why of stress and how to manage it is very helpful.

Do not lose contact with groups, friends, congregations to get support when there are conflicts that affect.

Doing relaxing activities such as reading, yoga or gardening to "come down" from recurring thoughts or worries.
Appreciating accomplishments helps to attract positive thoughts.

Regular exercise helps alleviate stress. Anything from a walk to a sport, perhaps neglected, can reduce stress.

See a health professional if you have self-destructive ideas or have taken refuge in the consumption of any harmful substance.

Source:Dr. Paula Mora, specialist in Physical Therapy.