Stress Management
“The help I received from my coach was extremely valuable. My coach helped me to organise, prioritise, take responsibility and learn how to follow through on my ideas and choices. The icing on the cake is that I have begun to take a different approach to running my own life, often by seeing the funny side of situations that previously had caused a great deal of distress. The results have been phenomenal.” ... My Life Coach Client
Stress is your body’s reaction to stimulation. Anything out of the ordinary can cause stress and small amounts can feel good and contribute towards your well being. For example, you may feel small amounts of stress whilst you are enjoying watching a football match or playing sport.
If you didn’t have a little stress in your life you probably wouldn’t even bother getting out of bed! However, too much stress is counterproductive to the extent where it can seriously damage your physical and mental health including burnout. Burnout is complete physical and emotional exhaustion as a result of prolonged stress or frustration and can lead to a nervous breakdown and mental illness.
There is an optimum level of stress, which will maximise your performance. If you can effectively manage your personal stress levels you will avoid burnout and optimise your performance. All sorts of things can trigger stress from big things like a divorce to small irritating things like being stuck in a traffic jam. The good news is that stress is something that you can manage once you understand your own particular situation and have the techniques required.
The list below provides a few of the symptoms that you may experience as a result of adrenaline, which is caused by short term stress:
- Sweating
- Extreme coldness
- Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea
- Muscle tension
- Dry mouth
- Confusion
- Nervousness, anxiety
- Irritability, impatience
- Frustration
- Panic
- Hostility, aggression
- Racing heartbeat
Longer term effects of stress are harder to correct and can include:
- Depression
- Loss or increase in appetite
- Frequent minor illnesses
- Increased aches and pains
- Sexual problems
- Fatigue
- Loss of interest in social activities
- Increased addictive behaviour
- Chronic headaches, stomach ache, backache
- Acne
- Impaired immune system
- Increased sensitivity to pain
Important note: You should take the advice of suitably qualified health professionals if you have any concerns over stress-related illnesses or if stress is causing significant or persistent unhappiness.
My stress management courses have been delivered within universities and have benefited thousands of people. I have also coached many people on a 1-2-1 basis, which in my opinion is the most effective way of helping people manage their stress levels and arming them with the techniques they need to manage stress effectively.
If you recognise any of the above symptoms and would like support in managing your stress levels please contact me to arrange your no obligation complementary session.
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