April is National Stress Awareness Month
How do you handle stress? Are you able to manage it well?
I've always been someone who gets stressed often and easily because I tend to overextend myself to be there for everyone and to do ALL the things...which I know is impossible. But hey! I'm an overachiever. LOL
I'm a work in progress and slowly have put MYSELF FIRST. How are you supposed to help others if you don't help yourself first.
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According to the CDC website (2020), they listed the following as healthy ways of coping with stress:
Take care of yourself. Eat healthy, exercise, get plenty of sleep, and give yourself a break if you feel stressed out.
Talk to others. Share your problems and how you are feeling and coping with a parent, friend, counselor, doctor, or pastor.
Avoid drugs and alcohol. These may seem to help, but they can create additional problems and increase the stress you are already feeling.
Take a break. If news events are causing your stress, take a break from listening or watching the news.
Recognize when you need more help. If problems continue or you are thinking about suicide, talk to a psychologist, social worker, or professional counselor.