Feeling constantly overwhelmed often happens when life’s demands exceed your ability to cope, leaving you feeling emotionally flooded. It means you’re carrying too much without enough time or tools to cope. Therapy helps you slow down, understand your emotional limits, and create realistic strategies to regain calm.
Stress Management
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Stress can have a negative impact on your physical + mental health.
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You are Not Alone.
Approximately 78% of the population
report symptoms of stress.
know the signs & symptoms
- Fatigue
- Feeling Anxious or Agitated
- Physical Tension
- Depression
- Feeling Overwhelmed
- Feeling Helpless & Hopeless
- Avoiding Friends & Family
- Losing Interest in Daily Activities
- Feeling Irritable, Angry, or Impatient
Stress is one of the most common health problems affecting American adults. It’s no secret that stress has a detrimental effect on our physical, mental, and overall health. Stress is a normal part of life that we all encounter from time to time, but that doesn’t mean it’s any less difficult to manage. Fortunately, there are proven techniques to manage and reduce stress, and therapy can help you explore them. Heal Talk Therapy offers effective guidance to help you cope with stressors in healthier ways.
What is Stress?
- Stress is a normal physiological response to uncertainty or danger that can manifest as a range of physical and emotional symptoms. Our bodies are actually designed to undergo stress at certain times since it’s a reaction intended to protect us.
- Stress is usually triggered when you feel overwhelmed, experience a sudden change, or face a difficult situation that seems to threaten your personal safety.
- Stress isn’t inherently bad since it’s a natural response that allows us to adapt to changing circumstances.
- Stress keeps us alert and prepared to defend against danger. In fact, small amounts of stress can be beneficial in certain situations. For instance, the stress of an upcoming exam or job interview can motivate us to prepare.
- Stress is not helpful when prolonged or when it interferes with your day-to-day life. If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed or unable to handle everyday tasks, it’s a sign to take a step back and address those feelings.
How can Stress Be Managed?
Stress management starts with a good self-care routine. At Heal Talk Therapy, we believe self-care is a necessity rather than a luxury. Self-care practices can help manage and reduce your level of stress. Get in the habit of practicing self-care to promote your mental and physical health.
Stress can be effectively managed by learning healthy coping skills. Therapy allows you to identify your stressors and teaches you ways to address them. We’ll discuss the reasons you are stressed and truly focus on what can and cannot be controlled. We can’t always change our circumstances, but we can change our perspectives and what we choose to focus on. Some stressors are issues that we’ll have to face over the course of our lives, such as a chronic illness, the grief of losing a loved one or a breakup. These stressors can be challenging to face alone, and that’s why a therapist is such a vital resource.
Stress management Strategies
We’ll help you discover effective coping skills that you can use today to better manage your stress. Some of these include getting active, staying connected with others, and learning to set healthy boundaries. Much of our stress comes from not knowing when or how to say “no” to others. Learn to set realistic expectations to avoid putting too much on your plate and creating unnecessary stress. It’s important to recognize that you are allowed to put your needs first by setting healthy boundaries.
Additionally, consider taking a walk every day for light exercise to release endorphins and improve your mood. Set small goals that you can manage for a sense of accomplishment. Remember, small changes lead to large changes. We can help you shift your perspective, build your confidence, and learn to trust yourself so that you can tackle stress head-on. Build a support system of people you feel comfortable sharing your worries with, and focus on what is within your immediate control rather than things you cannot change.
Get Control of Your Stress Management.
HEAL TALK THERAPY CAN HELP you:
- Identify Stress Triggers
- Achieve Work-Life Balance
- Set Healthy Boundaries
- Develop Problem-Solving Skills
- Build Resilience
- Promote Healthy Coping Skills
- Learn to Avoid Unnecessary Stressors
- Learn Relaxation & Mindfulness Techniques
- Improve Communication & Assertiveness
Reach Out to a Therapist Today
If you’re constantly worrying or if your stress is unmanageable, remember, you don’t have to do it alone. There’s nothing wrong with reaching out for help. A compassionate therapist can help you develop effective coping skills to better manage your stress and provide you with symptom relief. Heal Talk Therapy is here for you every step of the way! Call to schedule an appointment.
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