Discuss four healthy ways to manage stress
What will be an ideal response
Answers may vary but may include 4 of the following:
†¢ Manage the stressors you encounter—Identify and reduce, eliminate, or avoid unnecessary stressors.
†¢ Get adequate rest and sleep—Adequate rest and sleep reduce tension and protect against stress.
†¢ Exercise— Light-to-moderate aerobic exercise, such as running, swimming, or cycling, releases endorphins that
produce a calming effect up to hours after exercise.
†¢ Use relaxation techniques—Relaxation techniques such as progressive relaxation, breathing exercises,
visualization, and meditation, relax the muscles and the mind and help achieve inner peace.
†¢ Develop spiritual wellness—Spiritual wellness also provides a sense of inner peace and helps in developing a
support network.
†¢ Develop a support network—Having a network of family or friends to talk through problems can alleviate some
stressful factors in your life.
†¢ Avoid counterproductive behavior—Turning to alcohol, nicotine, or caffeine can create its own stress if reliance
turns to dependence or addiction.
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