Patrice Edgley, MA, CPRP, CFRP’s Post

Navigating stress is a journey that shapes resilience. Learn the science behind stress and discover effective coping strategies. 💪🧠 #StressResilience #ScienceOfStress

Stress is a part of life and managing stress should be a part of life, too. To learn more about the science of stress, follow the link below from the American Psychological Association.

Some interesting points, with a special emphasis on point 6: "You need stress - and often grow from it". A reminder, why it is important to manage and learn how to deal/cope with it. It is good to reduce high chronic, long-term stress levels, but we cannot live and grow without periods of short-term stress.

Here are some insights from American Psychological Association on stress and an article on stress management. If you are struggling with managing stress or want to connect with a professional about your mental health or struggles with addiction, you can contact us at 478-803-7600. #stressmanagement #mentalhealthmatters #helpishere #theCSBisMe

These are great points about recognizing and managing stress. #stressmanagement #psychology

Can’t agree more with every point the researchers found out about stress especially point no. 2. People can “get used to” stress but it still takes a toll on the body. They might get away for short term but in long term the consequences can be severe. Effective stress management strategies are absolutely vital in ensuring sustainable high performance at work and growth.

How do you manage your stress best? Let's not wait for New Year resolutions to improve our self care routines and coping strategies. Every thought, feelings, decisions and actions matter, what are you choosing to do for yourself today?

Chronic fatigue can be a formidable ally of stress, and many people struggle with exhaustion due to sleep deprivation. Did you know that sleep deprivation can be rolling? This means that it can be a result of overworking your body or overstimulating your mind, leaving you restless and unable to get the adequate amount of sleep. Managing your sleep and rest can be a huge step in identifying and combating stress. #stressmanagement #sleepdeprivation #rest #wellness #sleepmatters

There’s a TED talk about number 6. Stress can tear your immune system apart… if you believe it will. If you view stress as an opportunity for growth and trust yourself to handle life’s challenges, you can actually decrease your chance of physical health challenges. Now, there are some levels and types of stress that are not healthy no matter which way you spin it. For example, an abusive partner or a boss who makes you feel worthless or threatens your job if you don’t send them that excel spreadsheet on time, but other stress, like raising a child you love or finishing that paper for your degree, I encourage you to embrace it and trust yourself to handle life’s challenges. Reference: https://lnkd.in/gkvr6m7X

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