The document discusses major life and workplace stressors and provides tips for managing stress. It lists the top ten major life stressors according to the Holmes-Rahe Stress Scale as death of a spouse, divorce, marital separation, and others. The top ten workplace stressors include having too much to do at once, random interruptions, unclear company policies, and lack of appreciation. Prolonged stress can weaken the immune system and kill brain cells. The document recommends ways to relieve stress such as taking deep breaths, prioritizing tasks, exercising, meditating, and focusing on the present moment.

1. STRESS
MANAGEMENT
Amber Gossett
Ashlyn Hoy

2. TOP TEN MAJOR LIFE STRESSORSDeath of a spouse
Divorce
Marital Separation
Imprisonment
Death of a close family member
Personal injury or illness
Marriage
Dismissal from work
Marital reconciliation
Retirement

3. TOP TEN WORKPLACE STRESSORS
The treadmill syndrome. Too much
to do at once.
Random interruptions.
Doubt. Employees aren’t sure what
is happening.
Mistrust.
Unclear company direction and
policies.
Career and job ambiguity. Things
happen without the employee
knowing why.
Inconsistent performance
management processes.
Employees get raises but no
reviews.
Being unappreciated.
Lack of two-way
communication.
To little to do. The feeling of not
contributing and having a lack
of control.

4. THE BRAIN
Short Term Long Term
Increases Adrenaline
Increases Heart Rate
Increases Blood Pressure
Increased Levels of
Cortisol
Weakens Immune
System and Kills Brain
Cells.
Decreases Memory

5. WHAT NOT TO DO TO RELIEVE STRESS

6. RELIEVE STRESS AT WORK
 Act rather than react
 Take a deep breath
 Eliminate Interruptions
 Plan your day for energy and focus
 Eat right
 Sleep well
 Cool down quickly
 Understand self imposed stress
 Prioritize
 Acupressure
 Be your own best critic

7. RELIEVE STRESS IN YOUR LIFE
Write
Let your feelings out
Do something you enjoy
Focus on the present
Meditate
Exercise
Take deep breaths

8. GO NATURAL!!!

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