Stress is a normal reaction the body has when changes occur or when there is a requirement for adjustment. Stress becomes negative when a faces challenges without relief or relaxation as a result, the person becomes overworked. Stress that continues without relief can lead to a condition called distress. this would lead to physical symptoms such as headache, upset stomach, elevated blood pressures, chest pains, sexual dysfunction and emotional problem.

The following tips are effective steps to deal with stress effectively so that you can live optimally.

1: IDENTIFY WHAT STRESSES YOU

There is a popular saying that a problem known is half-solved. By getting to know the things that make you stressed you will be able to deal with them more effectively. Learn to manage your task or time more effectively thereby reducing the impact of stress on you.

2: TRY TO LIVE ONE DAY AT A TIME

 Daily anxieties are part of life but do not increase today’s anxiety by adding tomorrow’s to them. Try to live one day at a time. Focus on today’s tasks and when tomorrow comes you do the same.

3: DO THINGS ORDERLY

Try to be organized, make a practical schedule and stick to it. Identify and correct any attitude that causes you to procrastinate. There many phone apps like calendars and reminders that can help you schedule tasks. and also there is a very particularly useful app, Google Keep, that can help you take note of things that needs to be done at a particular time or day. You have to set priorities. List your task in order of importance, this will help you focus on the more important jobs, it will reveal which ones you can put off. For a week keep track of how you use your time.

4: PURSUE A BALANCE LIFESTYLE

Have a balanced view of work and money, more money does not mean more happiness. Make time to relax, so you relieve yourself from stress. Keep technology in its place, avoid constantly checking emails, texts, or social media sites.

5: TAKE CARE OF YOUR HEALTH

Regular exercise promotes better health. Eat nutritious food and avoid skipping meals. Avoid harmful substances, such as smoking, drug and alcohol abuse. See the doctor if your stress becomes overwhelming. And it is very important that your visit to the hospital not be when tragedy strikes, rather it should be regular. Regular checkups can help you always monitor your health.

Conclusively, You can be able to deal with stress when you identify what stresses you, handle things one after the order, take care of your health and set your priorities. Tell us in the comment section if you have tried these suggestions and if they worked for you.

Optimal health to you!