Stress and Performance: Good Stress: Bad Stress.
Mention the word Stress and the immediate response is that you should do something to control it. The question, however, is, Are all stress bad for you?
Performance and stress are closely linked. Too little stress such as a boring and unrewarding job will result in poor performance and as the stress demand of a task [...]
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Read more »Signs and Symptoms of Stress.
These can be broken down into five categories.
Emotional, cognitive,behavioural. physical and spiritual symptoms of stress.
Emotional symptoms of stress.
Short tempered.
Agitation
Restlessness
Moodiness
Irritability, impatience and intolerance.
Cannot relax
Feeling on edge and tense.
Feeling overwhelmed
General unhappiness or feeling depressed.
Sense of loneliness and isolation
Cognitive Symptoms of stress
Loss of objectivity
Unable to make decisions.
Inability to concentrate
Unable to think clearly.
Poor judgement and decision making.
Persistent [...]
Read more »More Stress Relief Tips.
Simple Treatment of Stress.
Below are some more stress relief tips.
Shut out Irritating Noise: Wear earplugs for instant peace any time, any place. It works well to reduce noise stress.
Learn a Meditation Technique. Two methods: Observe your thoughts as they pass through your mind. Or, repeat a word or phrase with an uplifting meaning. For [...]
Simple Stress Relief Tips.
Breathe deeply. Relax your muscles, expanding your stomach and chest. Exhale slowly. Repeat several times.
Follow your breath as it flows in and out. Do not try to control it. This is a good way to relax in the midst of any activity. This technique allows you to find a breathing pattern that [...]
Stress Treatment: Lifestyle Changes.
Breathe deeply. Relax your muscles, expanding your stomach and chest. Exhale slowly. Repeat several times.
Follow your breath as it flows in and out. Do not try to control it. This is a good way to relax in the midst of any activity. This technique allows you to find a breathing pattern that [...]
Stress in the Workplace: Heat Stress.
When heat is applied to the body, it reacts by pumpimg more blood to the skin’s surface, and increasing perspiration. This results in cooling as heat is diverted to the surface of the body and sweat evaporates from the body’s surface. From the Skin surface, heat can be lost by convection and radiation..
In hot and [...]
Stress Relief Squeez Ball
A stress ball is a malleable toy and usually not more than 7cm in diameter. You squeeze it in your hand and alter shape with your fingers.
Most are made of polyurethane foam rubber and made by infecting the chemical ingredients into the desired mold. In the mold, the chemical reaction that results in the rubber, [...]
Four Tips to quickly Treat Stress.
Here are Four easy to follow tips to control short term stress.
Count to 10.
This is what some mothers tell their kids when they become angry. It is very effective.
Next time you feel stressed or recognise the early signs of it, count to ten. You can do it quietly or speak it out. It does not [...]
Causes of Stress.
Top Ten Stressful Life Events.
Spouse’s death
Divorce
Marriage separation
Jail term
Death of a close relative
Injury or illness
Marriage
Fired from job
Marriage reconciliation
Retirement
Daily causes of stress include:
Environmental stressors – Your physical surroundings can set off the stress response. Examples of environmental stressors include an unsafe neighbourhood, pollution, noise (sirens keeping you up at night, a barking dog next door), and uncomfortable [...]
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