ROLE OF PA’s IN MANAGING ONE’S STRESS

PA’s that manage stress

YogaHumorMeditationExercise Writing

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YogaYoga advocates believe that yoga bridges the

gap between western and alternative styles of medicine. 

The practice of asanas (or postures) in yoga have been used to combat stress along with decreasing depression and anxiety.

Some researchers claim yoga will calm a restless mind, creating peace within oneself. 

o Subsequently, when an individual’s mind becomes rested they become relaxed, which will ultimately reduce stress.

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There are many different types of yoga: o Bikram (hot yoga), o Vinyasa (flowing/aerobic yoga) or o Hatha (slow, posture focused yoga).

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HumorLaughter is not only free but it is contagious . Laughter is almost cathartic, once you start

laughing usually you feel some of your stress and anxiety instantly release.

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MeditationDeep, slow breathing and positive thoughts can

help ease any stressful mind. Meditation is one of the easiest and most

convenient stress management techniques, and it is also free.

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Meditation All that is necessary is a quiet space with a comfortable place

to sit or lie down. Meditation can be done in many forms ranging from guided

imagery or visualization (focusing on being in a beautiful place), mindful meditation (focusing on the present moment and

your breath while releasing any unpleasant thoughts) and tai chi (self-paced series of postures or movements in a slow,

graceful manner while practicing deep breathing). There is no right or wrong way to mediate; just find a way to

help reduce your stress levels.

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ExerciseThe health benefits of daily exercise are indisputable. Research unanimously suggests that daily exercise can

improve most chronic conditions and improve overall emotional health.

It is a great way to reduce stress and there are different forms of exercise you can participate in: a short run, a power walk or even an organized class or exercise video. Group exercise promotes collaboration among your peers, which can also help you talk about what may be making you anxious and stressed, therefore mitigating some of your daily frustrations.

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Get right by writingThink about keeping a task list or journal. Every day there seems like an endless amount of work

that needs to be done, which triggers anxiety from the minute we wake up.

Write down what you need to do  and cross it out when it is completed. 

At the end of the day, look back at the list and you may be surprised by how much you accomplished.

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The number of stress management strategies is endless.

This is just a snapshot of a few that I have personally researched.

While stress in our lives is inevitable, it is not unmanageable.

The key is finding what method works for us, to help relieve stress in our lives safely and effectively

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