We’ve talked about anger, stress and disputes. We will now be discussing specific stress management strategies in a variety of settings & contexts.
Learning stress management skills is part of having a healthy lifestyle. It is just as important as learning how to eat well. Exposure to stress over long periods of time has been linked to the development of:
• Frequent headaches • Upset stomach • Diarrhea or constipation • Lowered immune system • Disturbed sleeping patterns • High blood sugar • High blood pressure • Increased cholesterol
Does this sound familiar to anyone? How do you feel or know when your stressed? How did smoking come into play here?
