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Subject: Eliminate Stress? Author: -marilyn [ Next Thread | Previous Thread | Next Message | Previous Message ] Date Posted: 21:51:29 06/11/02 Tue How Do I Eliminate Stress? Stress is a necessary part of life. We cannot and would not want to eliminate all sources of stress. Students can, however, learn to cope more effectively with stressors by employing effective physical, behavioral and cognitive coping strategies. Physically, one strategy is to learn to relax. With relaxation training, which is offered in the Counseling Center, students can learn to counteract the stress response and enhance their ability to think more clearly. Meditation is another effective method of achieving relaxation. Regular exercise is another physical coping and stress reduction technique. Getting an adequate amount of sleep is another technique. There are a number of behavioral strategies which can be used to reduce the intensity of stress. Time management is a particularly effective method. Making a schedule of available time and prioritizing demands can put some sense of structure into a seemingly overwhelming semester. It is also important to establish realistic and achievable goals and to maintain a balance between academic, work, and social commitments. One of the most important strategies for reducing stress is to examine the thoughts and beliefs we have about what is causing the stress. Putting the situation into its proper perspective reduces the perceived threat that it poses. Ask yourself, "What is the worst that could happen?" Usually the "worst" is not as bad as it first seems. Finally, perhaps the best coping strategy is to talk over your problems with a good friend or counselor. Discussing your problems with someone can greatly reduce the tension you feel and provide you with valuable insight into the situation. The Counseling Center has a professional counseling staff who can help you to cope with the demands of academic life. http://www.counseling.swt.edu/stress.htm [ Next Thread | Previous Thread | Next Message | Previous Message ]