PREVENTING BURNOUT

STRESS MANAGEMENT

WORKSHOP OUTLINE

There will be a combination of lecture, handouts, individual exercises, and discussion covering the following areas:

I.  Physical Self Care

        A.  Nutrition

 B.  Proper rest and sleep

 C.  Exercise

 D.  Natural light

 E. Avoiding tobacco and other drugs; avoiding or moderation with   

     alcohol

 F.  Breathing

 G. Laughter and Play

II.  Other Self Care

         A.  Positive self talk

         B.  Avoiding  negative people

         C.  Building healthy support systems

         D.  Setting priorities and managing time

         E.  Assertive behavior

III.  Major Tool:  Formal Relaxation and Imagery

PREVENTING BURNOUT

STRESS MANAGEMENT 

Audience:  General, private and public sector, individuals and groups 

Description: 

Stress, in and of itself, can be positive or negative.  In the correct amount, it energizes and helps get things done well.  In the wrong amounts –too little or too much—it can impede getting things done, especially getting things done well, and it can debilitate physically and mentally.

This comprehensive workshop provides information and exercises covering major strategies, including relaxation and imagery, self talk, and humor, for improving stress management and helping prevent burnout.

Format:  (in order of recommended time allocations)

One 5-hour (1 day) workshop

One 3-hour (1/2 day) condensed workshop

One 2-hour condensed (selective focus)

One-hour overview presentation