VALUE EDUCATION 11 E stress management continued

DAY 2
29.4.20

Good Morning Boys,
Today we will be continuing with the techniques of dealing with stress.

Tip 3: Get moving

When you’re stressed, the last thing you probably feel like doing is getting up and exercising. But physical activity is a huge stress reliever—and you don’t have to be an athlete or spend hours in a gym to experience the benefits. Exercise releases endorphins that make you feel good, and it can also serve as a valuable distraction from your daily worries.

While you’ll get the most benefit from regularly exercising for 30 minutes or more, it’s okay to build up your fitness level gradually. Even very small activities can add up over the course of a day. The first step is to get yourself up and moving. Here are some easy ways to incorporate exercise into your daily schedule:

• Put on some music and dance around
• Take your dog for a walk
• Walk or cycle to the grocery store
• Use the stairs at home or work rather than an elevator
• Pair up with an exercise partner and encourage each other as you work out
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The stress-busting magic of mindful rhythmic exercise

While just about any form of physical activity can help burn away tension and stress, rhythmic activities are especially effective. Good choices include walking, running, swimming, dancing, cycling,  and aerobics. But whatever you choose, make sure it’s something you enjoy so you’re more likely to stick with it.

Tip 4: Connect to others

There is nothing more calming than spending quality time with another human being who makes you feel safe and understood. In fact, face-to-face interaction triggers a cascade of hormones that counteracts the body’s defensive “fight-or-flight” response. It’s nature’s natural stress reliever (as an added bonus, it also helps stave off depression and anxiety). So make it a point to connect regularly—and in person—with family and friends.

Keep in mind that the people you talk to don’t have to be able to fix your stress. They simply need to be good listeners. And try not to let worries about looking weak or being a burden keep you from opening up. The people who care about you will be flattered by your trust. It will only strengthen your bond.

Tips for building relationships

1. Help someone else by volunteering
2. Have lunch or coffee with a friend
3. Ask a loved one to check in with you regularly
4. Accompany someone to the movies or a concert
5. Call or email an old friend
6. Go for a walk with a workout buddy
7. Schedule a weekly dinner date
8. Meet new people by taking a class or joining a club
9. Confide in a clergy member, teacher, or sports coach.

THATS ALL FOR THE DAY. 
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