Stress Reducing Techniques Health Team Relations 2005
Four-Step Plan Stop, breathe, reflect, and choose
Live a healthy life Eat right, rest, exercise
Take a break from stressors Sit in a chair with your feet up.
Relax Take a warm bath
Escape Listen to quiet, soothing music
Relieve tension Shut your eyes, deep breaths, relax muscles
Rely on others Talk to a friend
Meditate Think about values, belief in a higher power
Use Imagery Close eyes, imagine a better place
Enjoy yourself Leisure activity or hobby
Renew yourself Learn new skills, join a club
Think positively Reflect on accomplishments, feel proud
Develop outside interests Provide time for yourself
Seek assistance or delegate tasks Ask others for help, no one can do it all
Avoid too many commitments Learn to say no