Pressure can drive us to perform at a high levels, but too much works against us. Left unchecked, the stress on our system will darken our mood, dampen our outlook, ruin our health, and worse.
Recognize when the pressure becomes too much to handle. Awareness is one of the most important senses that we can develop. Know when you need a break, and by all means, take it. It might happen sooner than you think.
Don't let stress sneak up on you. Pressure doesn't always crash down on you all at once. It can build slowly over time. Either way, the results can be devastating.
The good news is that there are many ways to reduce stress and counteract its ill effects.
Rest. Relax. Breathe deeply.
Take a break. Take a nap. Take some time off.
Laugh. Play a game. Call a supportive friend.
Exercise. Stretch. Take a shower. Get a massage.
Enjoy your favorite music or the entertainment of your choice.
Write down what's on your mind to you don't need to keep thinking about it.
Write down what you need to do so you won't forget anything. Prioritize and plan so you can make the best of your productive hours. This will yield more time to relax and enjoy life.
Write down some ideas about how you would like to enjoy your next day off/weekend/vacation.
Live. Love. Dance. Sing. Smile. Laugh. Play. Hug. Kiss.
Joke. Brag. Burp. Chuckle. Goof off. Mess up your hair. Jump for joy.
Do the things that children do. If you need some inspiration, watch children as they play. Kids have their share stressful moments, but those moments rarely last. In a little while, they're having fun again, and the stress is all but forgotten.
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