If you are experiencing stress, either from the fast pace of everyday life or from something more specific such as work or personal responsibilities, the first step in managing it is to identify the underlying cause.
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"In life, there is always a solution to a problem," says Professor Cary Cooper, a specialist at the University of Lancaster. "Not controlling the situation and doing nothing will only worsen the situation we are facing," he explains.
As he points out, the "keys" to managing stress are building emotional strength and mental resilience, controlling your situation, having a good social network, and adopting a positive perspective on everyday life.
How do we increase our mental strength?
To increase your mental endurance, it is important to redefine the way you see things. Unfortunately, difficulties or misfortunes happen often, so it is important to change the way you deal with them and see them as opportunities for improvement or further development.
It is important to remind yourself that you have successfully overcome other difficult times and not become too harsh or critical with him.
How do we regain control?
It is important to remember that tackling a problem will bring its solution. "If you remain passive, thinking that you can not change something that bothers you, then your stress will worsen," says Professor Cary Cooper.
"The feeling of losing control is one of the main causes of stress," he points out. The act of control is in itself empowering and is a critical part of finding the solution.
Do not lose your humor
Laughter is the best antidote to the difficulties of everyday life, as it does not significantly reduce stress levels but also contributes to the body's immunity. Laughter connects us to the people around us.
Kindness as well as smiles are contagious and can instantly improve not only our mood but also that of the people we talk to at work or meet on the street. Humor can help us to see things more relaxed and optimistic, making them less threatening.