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Stress is manageable
Stress is manageable
Stress is something that almost everybody has. Whether it be the stress of an upcoming test, massive amounts of homework, or fear of the future. Many don't know how to manage their stress. We gathered some ways to manage the stress of school and life in general.
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The school also made a website with more information about managing stress. You can find the website here
Surround yourself with positive people
Surround yourself with positive people
People with good friends and family are more likely to support you in anyway, whether it’s to help with school or just to help someone mentally and socially they will be there.
Get a healthy amount of sleep
Get a healthy amount of sleep
Scientists suggest that teens should get about 8-10 hours of sleep a night, while adults could go with 7-9. In addition to getting 8-10 hours of sleep it is also important that you're sleeping in a good safe environment. Your sleeping environment should be in a cool, dark, and relaxing place for your body to get the best sleep.
Ways to manage stress:
Ways to manage stress:
Determine which stressors can be changed and which stressors cannot.
Determine which stressors can be changed and which stressors cannot.
If a stressor cannot be changed then consider how you can view this stressor differently or even learn from it.
Do one small thing
Do one small thing
Take a small manageable step towards addressing a stressor. Make sure it is something that you can and will do. Small steps are key.
Build a support system
Build a support system
This means identifying resources for stress management such as time with friends and family, physical activity, or even listening to music or podcasts in the morning.
Identify stress triggers
Identify stress triggers
Can you become mindful of your automatic and habitual reactions to the stressor? Can you write these down using the web of reactivity? After you make a list, ask yourself where and how you might bring mindfulness to these reactions. Perhaps stopping and taking a breath, bringing attention to body sensations, or bringing curiosity to the experience may disrupt the tendency to cascade into a stress spiral.
Exercise
Exercise
Research shows that when your body is exercising it produces feel good chemicals that can improve your mood. Some activities that are good for your health include yoga, jogging, walking, or playing a sport you enjoy.
Focus on your nutrition
Focus on your nutrition
It is key that you have balanced 3 meals a day with some light snacks in between. These meals should include fruits, vegetables, dairy products, meat proteins, carbs like bread and rice, and healthy fats like nuts or avocados.
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