Definition: The non-specific response of the body to any demand for change.
You know all of us are actually under stress, whether we know it or not. Some of us are able to cope very well and with every passing day, will feel empowered and motivated to go at it again. Others on the hand are less capable of doing so and this results in some common discomforts which we see today in the form of insomnia, being short-fused, and in the worst case scenario would slip into depression.
The little things irritate us. On the roads we lose our temper out of frustration because the car in front of us is going slow (that sounds a lot like me). We are always in a hurry to get from point A to point B. We would push the elevator button again and again because we are so impatient, knowing for a fact that it is NOT going to make it move any faster. Now, does any of these reasonate with you?
Have you ever tried going to sleep but just can't because your mind just keeps thinking about things that don't matter? Fact is that in this fast moving environment that we live in, our body is in actual fact, not built for the speed that we are pushing it to go. Everywhere we go, all we want to do is to multitask and we want to accomplish a lot of different things at one go. We want to make it worth our time. That is when we actually stress ourselves up. Stress accumulates over time, so don't add on to it unnecessarily.
HOW to not fall into the trap?
(P.S. List is not exhaustive)
1) Disconnecting
Sometimes, it truly helps to disconnect yourself from technology. No, I'm not really suggesting going on a sabbatical, but spend some quiet time with yourself everyday. That inner peace within you will help you be in control of yourself much more.
2) Look at the big picture
When you realise you are getting frustrated at the small stuffs, stop. Take a step back and look at things from a larger perspective. Is it worth being angry and going all berserk over whether the toilet seat is up or down?
3) Leave the work, at work
I've been guilty of this too many times myself and honestly it is not easy to not look at work when I get home. I still log on to check emails and then all through the night would think of how to solve one problem after another. Knowing when to call it quits and setting aside time and life away from work is actually crucial to not accumulating unnecessary stress.
4) "Life is NOT fair"
Stop pushing yourself too hard. Accept that life is indeed unfair. Always believe that you are good enough. Sure you can be a better person and improve yourself further but for now, you are good enough.
5) Breathe
Lastly, breathe. Breathing is essential in reducing unwanted stress. So deep breaths, don't lose your cool and continue to fight on!
You know all of us are actually under stress, whether we know it or not. Some of us are able to cope very well and with every passing day, will feel empowered and motivated to go at it again. Others on the hand are less capable of doing so and this results in some common discomforts which we see today in the form of insomnia, being short-fused, and in the worst case scenario would slip into depression.
The little things irritate us. On the roads we lose our temper out of frustration because the car in front of us is going slow (that sounds a lot like me). We are always in a hurry to get from point A to point B. We would push the elevator button again and again because we are so impatient, knowing for a fact that it is NOT going to make it move any faster. Now, does any of these reasonate with you?
Have you ever tried going to sleep but just can't because your mind just keeps thinking about things that don't matter? Fact is that in this fast moving environment that we live in, our body is in actual fact, not built for the speed that we are pushing it to go. Everywhere we go, all we want to do is to multitask and we want to accomplish a lot of different things at one go. We want to make it worth our time. That is when we actually stress ourselves up. Stress accumulates over time, so don't add on to it unnecessarily.
HOW to not fall into the trap?
(P.S. List is not exhaustive)
1) Disconnecting
Sometimes, it truly helps to disconnect yourself from technology. No, I'm not really suggesting going on a sabbatical, but spend some quiet time with yourself everyday. That inner peace within you will help you be in control of yourself much more.
2) Look at the big picture
When you realise you are getting frustrated at the small stuffs, stop. Take a step back and look at things from a larger perspective. Is it worth being angry and going all berserk over whether the toilet seat is up or down?
3) Leave the work, at work
I've been guilty of this too many times myself and honestly it is not easy to not look at work when I get home. I still log on to check emails and then all through the night would think of how to solve one problem after another. Knowing when to call it quits and setting aside time and life away from work is actually crucial to not accumulating unnecessary stress.
4) "Life is NOT fair"
Stop pushing yourself too hard. Accept that life is indeed unfair. Always believe that you are good enough. Sure you can be a better person and improve yourself further but for now, you are good enough.
5) Breathe
Lastly, breathe. Breathing is essential in reducing unwanted stress. So deep breaths, don't lose your cool and continue to fight on!
(notice the difference in people who practice Yoga? ;-))
