Ask the Expert: Can stress be controlled?

Can I control my own stress level?

Happy events (birth of a child, being promoted or moving to a new home) sometimes can be just as stressful as sad or irritating ones. Everyone sees situations differently and each person has different coping skills. What may be extremely stressful for one person may not be the least bit for another. Having enough stress, but not too much, is the secret to maximizing productivity.

You do have some control over your stress level. Become aware of how your body tends to react under pressure, and learn to relax when you notice signs of physical tension. This helps you to head off more serious stress-related symptoms. Television, radio and newspapers reflecting negative stories and bad news can effect your stress level so limit your media input to control your stress. Also make time for hobbies and ways to relax, even 15 minutes a day, to make a difference in controlling stress.

Blessings on the road to health!

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