1. Stress

2. Daily Activities *Getting overloaded *Learning new things
Causes of Stress
Daily Activities
*Getting overloaded
*Learning new things

3. Causes of Stress
Illness
Strain on life

4. Causes of Stress
Life Changes
Marriage
New Home
New Job
Baby

5. Family changes Life Changes Marriage Birth or adoption
Family members in need of financial assistance
Aging parents in need of care
Death of spouse/family member
Receipt of inheritance
Separation or divorce
Boomerang child

6. Life Changes Occupational changes Starting a career Changing jobs
Starting your own business
Becoming unemployed
Being promoted/demoted
Lifelong learning
Transfer

7. Occupational Changes Flextime – work different hours
Job sharing – two employees in one position
Telecommuting – working from home

8. Health changes Life Changes Becoming disabled Growing older
Chronic/terminal illness
Fitness/diet plans
Smoking/alcohol use

9. Causes of Stress
Crisis
Emergencies
Fear of the unknown
Loss

10. Dealing with Stress Support - talk with trusted friend Stay positive
Time management
Relaxation Techniques
See stress as a way to get yourself “moving”: Be Proactive!

11. Dealing with Stress Good Health Habits Diet /weight control
Adequate rest
Exercise
Avoid drinking/drugs

12. Dealing with Stress Benefits of good health Look good
Increase in energy
Less Absences
Lower health costs
Improved self concept

13. Check out your stress level!
Go to Mind Tools and find out just how stressed you might be.