😳 Let’s talk about stress!
🙋🏽♂️ What is stress?
💣 Stress is a state of worry or mental tension caused by a difficult situation.
📈 Stress is a natural human response that prompts us to address challenges and threats in our lives.
🔆 Everyone experiences stress to some degree.
⚠️ The way we respond to stress, however, makes a big difference to our overall well-being.
❤️🩹 Stress affects both the mind and the body.
✅ A little bit of stress is good and can help us perform daily activities. Too much stress can cause physical and mental health problems — including increasing the risk of chronic disease.
🟡 Learning how to cope with stress can help us feel less overwhelmed and support our mental and physical well-being.
🗝️ Let’s look at two evidence-based ways to manage stress…
🎈 Number 1️⃣
🔆 Positive self-talk!
📞 We all talk to ourselves — but did you know that saying positive things can reduce stress and improve mood?
🌤️ Instead of saying, “I can’t do this,” say, “I’ll do the best I can. I’ve got this.”
🏆 Practice positive self-talk every day – in the car, at your desk, before you go to bed or whenever you notice negative thoughts.
🗝️ Let’s look at two evidence-based ways to manage stress…
🎈 Number 2️⃣
🧨 Find stress-busting activities that you love!
🛡️ Guarding against stress can take many forms, but find something that’s right for you and practice it often.
💡 There’s no right or wrong. Think…
⚽️ Play with your kids or pets – outdoors, if possible.
🌳 Take a walk in nature.
🚲 Go for a walk, run or bike ride to clear your head.
☕️ Meet a friend for coffee or a meal.
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