quick tips on stress

Are you feeling stress?  Ask yourself what’s the worst thing that can happen
Define the problem – be specific
Take a decision! Act early!
Rehearse how to tackle it!
Use relaxation at regular intervals.
Have minibreaks.
Be clear about your values.
Don’t make too many changes at once.
Know where you can get help.
See seeking help as a skill, not weakness.
Keep a pet.
Cultivate the garden.
Give someone a hug.
Smell a flower, watch a cloud.
Be a brave coward.
Be a good neighbour.
Remember tomorrow is another day.
Remember tomorrow need not be like today.
Listen to music.
Have time to yourself.
Take a deep breath (or several).
Choose when to yield and when to push.
Change fear into excitement.
Let bygones …..
Opt for a bird in the hand.
Do something.

I found these on a piece of paper in my filing cabinet so I can’t credit them. I think they might be from Jonathan Coates. I didn’t write them.