Stress is often termed as a twentieth century syndrome, born

out of man's race towards modern progress and its ensuing

complexities. BENJAMIN FRANKLIN

stress is a physical, mental, or emotional response

to events that causes bodily or mental tension.
Causes of stress
Job Insecurity
High Performance Demand
Bad Boss
Workplace Culture
Personal or Family Problems
Technology
EUSTRESS vs. DISTRESS
 Eustress
Eustress, or positive stress, has the following characteristics:
Motivates, focuses energy
Is short-term
Is perceived as within our coping abilities
Feels exciting
Improves performance
 DISTRESS
Distress, or negative stress, has the following
characteristics:
Causes anxiety or concern
Can be short- or long-term
Is perceived as outside of our coping abilities
Feels unpleasant
Decreases performance
Can lead to mental and physical problems
Signs of Stress
Physical
Headache
Back Pain
Fatigue
Aches and Pains
Sleep pattern change
Indigestion
Mental
Difficulty Concentrating
Increased Errors
Poor Decision Making
Memory lapse
How Can We Manage Stress?
Live with an Attitude of Gratitude, Be Grateful
for what you have
Time Management
Get organized
Get structured
Set short term goals
Set long term goals
Use a planner:
daily schedule and To Do list
Relaxation
Breathing: practice deep breathing
Progressive muscle relaxation
Meditation
Music
Cognitive (Thoughts)
Pay attention to what you say to yourself

Identify negative thinking and irrational beliefs

So enjoy your life as it comes
..and always be happy