Stress Management

Module One: Getting Started
Course Objectives
 
Module Two: Understanding Stress
What is Stress?
What is Eustress?
Understanding the Triple A Approach
 
Module Three: Creating a Stress-Reducing Lifestyle
Eating Properly
Exercising Regularly
Sleeping Well
 
Module Four: Altering the Situation
The First A
Identifying Appropriate Situations
Creating Effective Actions
 
Module Five: Avoiding the Situation
The Second A
Identifying Appropriate Situations
Creating Effective Actions
 
Module Six: Accepting the Situation
The Third A
Identifying Appropriate Situations
Creating Effective Actions
 
Module Seven: Using Routines to Reduce Stress
Planning Meals
Organizing Chores
Using a To-Do List
 
Module Eight: Environmental Relaxation Techniques
Finding a Sanctuary
Using Music
Seeing the Humour
 
Module Nine: Physical Relaxation Techniques
Soothing Stretches
Deep Breathing
Tensing and Relaxing
Meditation
 
Module Ten: Coping with Major Events
Establishing a Support System
Creating a Plan
Knowing When to Seek Help
 
Module Eleven: Our Challenge to You
Creating a Stress Log
Week One: Recording Events
Week Two: Identifying Stressors and Creating a Plan
Week Three: Creating New Habits
Reviewing and Evaluating
 
Module Twelve: Wrapping Up
Words from the Wise
Lessons Learned