STRESS

WARNING SIGNS

Signs of stress

• Headaches
• Irritability
• Disrupted sleep patterns
• High blood pressure
• Stomachaches
• Nausea
• Loss of appetite
• Boredom
• Anger
• Low self-esteem
• Difficulty paying attention

Don't let stress control your life - learn how to cope with it in positive ways. Pinpoint the stressors in your life and deal with them head on.

• Meditate: close your eyes, breathe deeply, and concentrate on one positive thought.
• Talk about what's bothering you - don't hold it inside.
• Learn how to manage your time, and don't forget to make time for yourself.
• Make healthy eating choices.
• Get enough sleep. Try to get 8.5 to 9 hours each night.
• Drink plenty of water.
• Avoid caffeine, cigarettes, drugs, and alcohol.
• Exercise. Getting exercise helps rid your body of   the extra stress and energy it has stored.
• Relax. Make time for fun and laughter. Let the little things go.

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