2.  “Stress is often termed as a twentieth century syndrome, born
out of man's race towards modern progress and its ensuing
complexities.” BENJAMIN FRANKLIN
 stress is a physical, mental, or emotional response
to events that causes bodily or mental tension.

3. Causes of stress
Job Insecurity
High Performance Demand
Bad Boss
Workplace Culture
Personal or Family Problems
Technology

4. EUSTRESS vs. DISTRESS

5. Eustress
 Eustress, or positive stress, has the following characteristics:
• Motivates, focuses energy
• Is short-term
• Is perceived as within our coping abilities
• Feels exciting
• Improves performance

6. DISTRESS
 Distress, or negative stress, has the following
characteristics:
• Causes anxiety or concern
• Can be short- or long-term
• Is perceived as outside of our coping abilities
• Feels unpleasant
• Decreases performance
• Can lead to mental and physical problems

7. Signs of Stress
 Physical
 Headache
 Back Pain
 Fatigue
 Aches and Pains
 Sleep pattern change
 Indigestion
 Mental
 Difficulty Concentrating
 Increased Errors
 Poor Decision Making
 Memory lapse

8. How Can We Manage Stress?
Live with an Attitude of Gratitude, Be Grateful
for what you have

10. Time Management
 Get organized
 Get structured
 Set short term goals
 Set long term goals
 Use a planner:
 daily schedule and “To Do” list

11. Relaxation
 Breathing: practice deep breathing
 Progressive muscle relaxation
 Meditation
 Music

12. Cognitive (Thoughts)
 Pay attention to what you say to yourself
 Identify negative thinking and irrational beliefs

14. So enjoy your life as it comes
………..and always be happy