1. Group member: Teh Wai Tian Lee Khiy Wei Muhammad Helmi bin Mohammad Nor Hairul Ahzim bin Hamzah

2. In this presentation we will let you know how to deal with your stress. With good management of stress we will make ourselves comfortable in doing things. It will also make our life better.

3. How to Reduce, prevent, and Cope with Stress Identify the sources of stress in your lifeLook at how you currently cope with stressAvoid unhealthy ways of coping with stressLearn healthier ways to manage stress

4. Dealing with Stressful Situations: The Four A’s Avoid the stressor. Alter the stressor. Change the situation: Adapt to the stressor. Accept the stressor. Change your reaction:

5. Stress management strategy 1: Avoid unnecessary stress Learn how to say “no” Avoid people who stress you out Take control of your environment Avoid hot- button topics Pare down your to-do list

6. Stress management strategy 2: Alter the situation Express your feelings instead of bottling them up Be willing to compromiseBe more assertiveManage your time better

7. Stress management strategy 3: Adapt to the stressor Reframe problemsLook at the big pictureAdjust your standardsFocus on the positive

8. Stress management strategy 4: Accept the things you can’t change Don’t try to control the uncontrollable Look for the upsideShare your feelingsLearn to forgive

9. Stress management strategy 5: Make time for fun and relaxation Set aside relaxation timeConnect with others Do something you enjoy every day Keep your sense of humor

10. Stress management strategy 6: Adopt a healthy lifestyle Exercise regularlyEat a healthy dietReduce caffeine and sugar Avoid alcohol, cigarettes, and drugs

11. Stress At Work Tips to Reduce and Manage Job and Workplace Stress

12. Tip 1: Recognize warning signs of excessive stress at work Feeling anxious, irritable, or depressed Apathy, loss of interest in work Problems sleeping Fatigue Trouble concentrating Muscle tension or headaches Stomach problems Social withdrawal Loss of sex drive Using alcohol or drugs to cope

13. Tip 1: Recognize warning signs of excessive stress at work Fear of being laid off More overtime due to staff cutbacks Pressure to perform to meet rising expectations but with no increase in job satisfaction Pressure to work at optimum levels – all the time!

14. Tip 2: Reduce job stress by taking care of yourself Get moving (Aerobic exercise) Make food choices that keep you going (maintain an even level of blood sugar in body) Get enough sleep

15. Tip 3: Reduce job stress by prioritizing and organizing Create a balanced schedule Don’t over-commit yourself Try to leave earlier in the morning Plan regular breaks

16. Tip 3: Reduce job stress by prioritizing and organizing Prioritize tasks Break projects into small steps Be willing to compromise Delegate responsibility

17. Tip 4: Reduce job stress by improving emotional intelligence Self-awareness Self-management Social awareness Relationship management

18. Tip 4: Reduce job stress by improving emotional intelligence Realize when you’re stressed Stay connected to your internal emotional experience Recognize and effectively use the nonverbal cues Develop the capacity to meet challenges with humor Resolve conflict positively

19. Tip 5: Reduce job stress by breaking bad habits Resist perfectionism Clean up your act Flip your negative thinking Don’t try to control the uncontrollable

20. Tip 5: Reduce job stress by breaking bad habits Take time away Talk it over with someone Connect with others at work Look for humor in the situation

21. Tip 6: Learn how managers or employers can reduce job stress Give workers opportunities to participate in decisions that affect their jobs. Consult employees about scheduling and work rules. Be sure the workload is suitable Show that individual workers are valued. Offer rewards and incentives. Praise good work performance, both verbally and officially, through schemes such as Employee of the Month. Provide opportunities for career development.

22. Tip 6: Learn how managers or employers can reduce job stress Share information with employees to reduce uncertainty about their jobs and futures. Clearly define employees’ roles and responsibilities. Make communication friendly and efficient, not mean-spirited or petty.

23. Tip 6: Learn how managers or employers can reduce job stress Provide opportunities for social interaction among employees. Establish a zero-tolerance policy for harassment. Make management actions consistent with organizational values.

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