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    Understanding

    the Self
    MODULE 10
    STRESS AND STRESS MANAGEMENT

    Introduction
    Stress has been part of our daily life. It is very indispensable in our society.
    We as person cannot escape the effects of being stressed at times. But in this
    module, we will discuss the definition of stress and how we can we use
    techniques to counter chronic stress.
    Figure 10.1 Human Stress
    Source: http://clipart-library.com/animated-stress-
    cliparts.html (n.d.)
    1. Stress and Human Response
     Stress is a biological and psychological response experienced on encountering
    a threat that we feel we do not have the resources to deal with.
     Stress is a state of disharmony or a threat to homeostasis.
     Homeostasis refers to the body's need to reach and maintain a certain state
    of equilibrium.
     Physiological changes increase alertness, focus, and energy.
     A stressor is the stimulus (or threat) that causes stress, e.g. exam, divorce,
    death of loved one, moving house, loss of job.
    2. Techniques to counter chronic stress
     Chronic stress is an ongoing exposure to stress, may seem unrelenting.
     Many people are unable to find a way to put the brakes on stress. Chronic low
    – level keeps HPA axis activated, much like a motor that is idling too high for
    too long. After a while, this has an effect on the body that contributes to the
    health problems associated with chronic stress.
     Fortunately, people can learn techniques to counter the stress response.

    • Relaxation response

    • Physical activity

    • Social support
    3. The cultural Dimension of Stress and Coping

     Coping – is the ability to maintain control, think rationally and problem


    solving.

     Resilience – resistant quality that permits a person to recovery quickly and


    thrive in spite of adversity.

     Eustress – manageable stress can lead to growth and enhanced competence.

     Distress – uncontrollable, prolonged, or overwhelming stress is destructive.


     Acute stress – immediate response to a threat or challenge

     External causes – family, work, economics, work, school, major life changes,
    unforeseen events, etc.

     Internal causes – worry, uncertainty, fear, attitudes, unrealistic expectations,


    etc.
     Fortunately, a wide variety of techniques and tools can help effectively
    manage stress.
    These are 10 most beneficial:
     Address the underlying biological causes of stress.
     Being actively relaxing.
     Learn new skills.
     Make movement your drug.
     Supplement
     Reframe your point of view.
     Find a community.
     Take care of your vagus nerve by using deep breaths.
     Meditate
     Sleep
    Figure 10.2 Types of Self-care
    Source: https://www.blessingmanifesting.com/2017/07/what-is-self-care.html (n.d.)
    4. Self-Care Therapy - Self-Compassion Therapy
    A self–care plan can help you enhance your health and wellbeing, manage
    your stress, and maintain professionalism as a worker with young people. Learn
    to identify activities and practices that support your wellbeing as a professional
    and help you to sustain positive self – care in the long – term
    Self-care has been defined as, "a multidimensional, multifaceted process of
    purposeful engagement in strategies that promote healthy functioning and
    enhance well-being (Verywell Mind, 2021).
    Self-care is a personal matter. Everyone’s approach will be different. It
    relates to what you do at work and outside of work to look after your holistic
    wellbeing so that you can meet your personal and professional commitments
    (find out more).
    Different aspects to self – care.
     Workplace or professional self–care – this involves activities that help you to
    work consistently at the professional level expected of you.
     Physical self–care – activities that help you to stay fit and healthy, and with
    enough to get through your work and personal commitments.
     Psychological self-care – activities that help you feel clearheaded and able to
    intellectually engage with the professional challenges that is found in your
    work and personal life.
     Emotional self–care – allows yourself to safely experience your full range of
    emotions.
     Spiritual self–care – this involves having a sense of perspective beyond the
    day – to – day of life.
     Relationship self–care – this is about maintaining healthy, supportive
    relationships and ensuring you have diversity in your relationships so that you
    are not only connected to work people.

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