If you can't avoid a stressful situation, try to alter it. Figure out what you can do to change things so the problem doesn't present itself in the future. Here are some ways to do that.
1. Express your feelings instead of bottling them up. If you don't express your feelings you may build up resentment and the situation may remain the same.
2. Be willing to compromise. If you are willing to bend a little bit, compromise could likely be found. But if you remain rigid the stressful situation may never change.
3. Be more assertive. Deal with problems head on. Procrastinating can often keep the situation in limbo.
4. Learn to manage your time better. Poor time management can cause a lot of stress. Do a better job of planning ahead rather than always running behind. Running behind always increases your stress level.
Adapt to the stressor:
1. Reframe the problem. Try to view stressful situations from a more positive perspective. Look at it as time to pause and regroup.
2. Look at the big picture. Ask yourself, "Will it matter in a month?" Is it really worth getting upset over.
3. Adjust your standards. Perfectionism is a major source of avoidable stress. Stop setting yourself up for failure by demanding perfection.
4. Focus on the positive. When stress is getting you down, focus on all the great things God has done in your life. It often puts things back into perspective.
Until next time: RELAX
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