Small Business Tech Tips

Stress is physical, mental, or emotional strain or tension,
or a situation, occurrence, or factor causing this.

Holidays are almost upon us. Businesses are nearing end of year processes. Traveling, school vacations, winter storms, and all of the other causes of stress in our lives are fast approaching!

There are several different kinds of stress; some are positive, and some are negative. Any sort of change in your life can be considered stress; winning the lottery or losing your job are both examples. Chronic negative stress can lead to burnout and deterioration in health by causing chemical changes in your brain and putting your nervous system into overdrive.

So, what can you do to minimize your stress levels?

Learning to recognize when you’re stressed may sometimes be difficult; learning to take a step back and do something about it can be even harder. It’s time for some stress management. A proper diet, a full night’s sleep, getting enough exercise, and setting aside time to relax are all ways to manage your stress. Caffeine may get you going in the day but too much of it can also stress you out! Other more active methods include yoga, meditation, writing in a journal, and time management to prevent the stress in the first place. Spend some time outdoors or grab a good book; just saying “no” sometimes when you’re feeling overwhelmed can do a world of good.

Just remember… “this too shall pass.”

-Kristin Mott

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