Managing Stress

Stress isn’t the enemy.

It’s actually your brain trying to protect you.

But without the right tools, stress can take over:
↳ Snappy reactions
↳ Racing thoughts
↳ Sleepless nights

Your mind shifts into survival mode. 🧠

Here’s the shift that changes everything:
❌ Stress isn’t something you eliminate.
✅ It’s something you learn to manage.

Here’s how to do it right: 👇
(From The American Psychological Association)

1/ Learn to recognize your triggers
↳ Is it pressure? Uncertainty? Lack of control?
↳ Track what sparks the tension

2/ Focus on what you can influence
↳ You may not control your boss
↳ But you can control your boundaries, reactions, and recovery

3/ Build daily recovery rituals
↳ A 10-minute walk
↳ Deep breathing before meetings
↳ Journaling or stillness before bed

4/ Reframe the story
↳ Instead of “I’m overwhelmed” try “I’m being stretched”
↳ That one shift rewires your response

5/ Ask for help when you need it
↳ You don’t get extra credit for burning out
↳ Strong people use support systems

The truth is:
Your nervous system is just trying to keep you alive.

But you can train it to help you thrive. 💪

Are you managing your stress or is your stress managing you❓