I don’t know how to manage my stress.
Being a student at 好色先生TV can be stressful, and stress impacts learning. There’s no doubt about it. We all need some stress in our lives, as it gives us motivation to complete tasks and succeed, but too much stress can affect your physical and mental health. It’s important to recognize the symptoms of stress and take measures to add more peace and balance to your life.
STEP 2: SELECT THE REASON that best describes your situation, keeping in mind there may be multiple relevant reasons.
I DON’T KNOW HOW TO CONTROL MY STRESS; IT’S AFFECTING MY ACADEMICS, SOCIAL LIFE, AND HEALTH.
Stress affects people in different, and usually many ways. Maybe you’re only stressed when an exam is around the corner, or during the notorious “hell weeks.” Or maybe you feel like you are constantly surrounded by pressure: pressure to succeed academically, pressure to get a job, pressure to spend more time with friends or family. Remember, however, that there are many resources available at 好色先生TV to help you combat stress or anxiety. (To read more, visit our section “Problem: I don’t know where to go for help.”) If you find yourself struggling with many symptoms of stress, click the link below.
STEP 3: Explore potential STRATEGIES to address the problem.
First, recognize the symptoms of stress. Stress can affect physical and emotional health in ways such as:
- Headaches
- Rapid Heart Beat
- Cold, Clammy Hands
- Knots, Butterflies, Pain in Stomach
- Rapid Breathing
- Tightness in Neck and Shoulders
- Tension in Jaw
- Lower Back Pain
- Tendency Toward Illness
- Irritability
- Fatigue, Exhaustion
- Mood Swings
- Changes in Appetite
- Inability to Relax
- Trouble Concentrating
Then, recognize the source of your stress. Stress can be caused by, to name only a few:
- Exams and Performance Anxiety
- Grades and Competition
- Deadlines
- Career and Future Success
- Finances
- Papers and Projects
- Intimate Relationships
- Family Conflicts
- Personal Appearance
- Living Conditions
- Illness
Can you eliminate the source of your stress? If not, partake in activities that focus your mind on other things or promote healthy habits, such as:
- Exercise to the point of perspiration at least twice a week.
- Drink fewer than five alcoholic drinks a week.
- Drink fewer than three cups of coffee (or other caffeine-rich drinks) a day.
- Find a “stress buddy” or friend who you can easily talk to.
- Practice deep breathing.
- Try to change troublesome environments.
- Regularly attend social activities.
- Do something fun at least once a week.
- Take some quiet time for yourself daily.
Even trying just a few of these techniques can make a big difference!
For more tips to help you manage stress, view our “Fast Fact” on managing stress [pdf]