A Moment of Wellness….Tips for Reducing Stress

After reading an article on WebMD,  there’s more resourceful information on how to reduce stress. “If you are one of the millions of stressed-out Americans, there’s good news. People can learn to manage stress. Start with these stress management tips:

• Keep a positive attitude.

• Accept that there are events that you cannot control.

• Be assertive instead of aggressive. “Assert” your feelings, opinions, or beliefs instead of becoming angry, defensive, or passive.

• Learn and practice relaxation techniques.

• Exercise regularly. Your body can fight stress better when it is fit.

• Eat healthy, well-balanced meals.

• Get enough rest and sleep. Your body needs time to recover from stressful events.

• Don’t rely on alcohol or drugs to reduce stress.

• Seek out social support.

• Learn to manage your time more effectively.”