Removing Environmental Stress

Summary

• That the stress you experience is something that is largely under your control
• Stress can come from a range of different sources
• Short term stress occurs where you find yourself under pressure in a particular situation
  • A certain level of short term stress is needed to feel alert and alive
  • Too much is unpleasant and can seriously damage performance
  • Short term stress is best handled using mental or physical stress management techniques
• Long term stress comes from a build up of stress over a long period
  • Sustained high levels can lead to serious physical and mental illness if not controlled
  • Long term stress is best managed by changes to lifestyle, attitude and environment
• By using a stress diary you can monitor and understand the causes of stress in your life. The diary can help you to evaluate your performance under stress.
• Once you understand what is causing you stress, you can make an action plan for stress management. This gives you positive goals to work towards.