Unmanaged stress doesn’t just affect you emotionally, it affects you physically too. That’s why we’ve partnered with doctors, educators, engineers and more to help you see stress differently and take control with a customized Stress Care P.L.A.N. (Period, Location, Activity, Name).
If you haven’t discovered your stress level yet, take our Stress Test and find out which “Stress Portrait ” represents you best (low, moderate or high).
If your Stress Profile is High Stress, follow our simple guide below to better understand how to optimize your stress levels.
Understanding your stress
As a person experiencing high level of stress, you’ll probably feel a sense of being out of control. To start taking back control, it’s helpful to understand how stress is affecting you, so that you can break everything down into smaller and more manageable chunks. For example, many people who feel highly stressed experience the following causes of stress:
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Creating your Stress Care P.L.A.N.
Now it’s time to take 15 minutes—away from distractions—to create your own Stress Care P.L.A.N. in just three easy steps.
- First, think about what causes you stress—big or small.
- Take some paper, or a device, and write “P”, “L”, “A”, “N” down one side.
- Work through the letters below and set at least one personal goal. !
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Select a Period of time every day to switch off or reflect. Suggestions:
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L – Location Head to a Location that encourages you to take a break. Suggestions:
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A – Activity Choose an Activity that both fits your budget and addresses some of your daily stress. Suggestions:
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N – Name Name some people you can talk to and who would give you a helping hand. Suggestions:
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Using this new P.L.A.N., put your activities in the diary, book classes, bring a friend, get a babysitter and make it as easy for yourself as possible.
What your stress visualization means
Because the causes and effects of stress differ from person to person, everyone experiences stress differently. Learn more about how we can visualize stress.
Recommended reading for your high stress level
- When Stress is Making You Ill
- A Moment of Calm
- How to: Stress Relieving Exercises for All Ages
- Family Wellbeing Tips To Cope With Parenting Stress
*Please note, this is not clinical or diagnostic advice. Chronic stress can be a serious issue. Please seek medical support if you are concerned for your health.