Agile Camp 2018 - Brain on stress

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THIS IS YOUR
BRAIN ON STRESS

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INTRODUCTIONS

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GOALS OF
TODAY

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Causes of Stress

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HEALTHY VS. UNHEALTHY
STRESS

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HOW DO YOU REACT?

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SQUARE BREATHING

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WHAT IS HAPPENING IN YOUR
BRAIN?

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LONG TERM EFFECTS

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PROGRESSIVE MUSCLE
TENSION EXERCISE

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SIGNS OF STRESS IN YOURSELF

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Team Interaction
▪ Poor Concentration
▪ Unable to listen
▪ Confusion/Disorientation
▪ Lack of
motivation/commitment
▪ Loss of sense of humor
▪ Difficulty making
decisions/Needs specific
direction
▪ Irritability
▪ Increased “Drama”

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Body Language

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Reduce Tension & Conflict

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ACTIVITIES TEAMS CAN DO
WITH A 5 MINUTE BREAK
1. Take a 5 minute break & come back to discuss the issues
2. 5 minute positive minds meditation
3. Go for a walk around the building
4. Mindfulness Meditation

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Focusing on Action

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Body Scan

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THANK YOU FOR
ATTENDING!

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RESOURCES
▪ Stress Help Guide
▪ https://www.slideshare.net/nationalsafeplace/the-effects-of-
stress-and-the-brain
▪ http://www.talentsmart.com/articles/8-Great-Tricks-For-
Reading-People%E2%80%99s-Body-Language-2147446644-p-
1.html
▪ https://www.mindtools.com/pages/article/newTMM_65.htm