Stress is one of those things that everyone encounters at times. For some, stress is a constant state of unhappiness in their lives. For others, itâs something that comes and goes with the changes that life likes to bring. Even if you think someone elseâs life is sheer bliss, know that they also experience stress. The difference between them and you, however, is their way of handling stress so that it doesnât begin to control them. These tips will help you change your life and take control of your stress.
Everyone Makes Mistakes
One of the biggest stressors in life is the fact that too many people focus on their mistakes for far too long. Mistakes, surprisingly to some, are not all that bad. No, you donât want to make them and no you donât love making them, but theyâre the most invaluable learning tool available. When you make a mistake, you learn the most valuable lesson around and you wonât do it again. Stop focusing on your mistakes and remember that we all make them, survive and move on with happiness.
Do Whatâs Important to You
Another cause of stress is doing too much for others. Sure, as a wife and mother and daughter and employee and friend and so many other things, you have to do things for other people. Chances are good you enjoy doing things for others. However, youâre going to feel some stress in your life if you constantly do for others and neglect doing whatâs important to you. Sometimes you have to do what you feel is important and put others on the back burner for a few hours.
Say No More Often
Yet another cause of stress is being too much of a âyesâ girl. When you want to say yes, say it. When you donât, donât. No one expects you to say yes to everything all the time no matter what; so stop. Maybe others donât love to hear no, but itâs your level of stress and your life and youâre the one who has to live with your yeses and nos.
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