National Stress Awareness Day 2nd November

On 2 November 2022, Stress Awareness Day we will be highlighting the ways that stress can affect people and what you can do to manage your stress before it becomes a problem.

Stress is the feeling of being under too much mental or emotional pressure. When you are stressed, your body releases stress hormones such as adrenaline and cortisol.

Observing National Stress Awareness Day can take on all sorts of forms. From creating an individual action plan to getting involved with raising awareness on a community level, there are many great ways to get involved.

Engage in Activities for Reducing Stress:

• Deep Breathing Exercises. Many times, the mind simply needs a timeout to get re-centre and calm down. Deep Breathing is a great way to regain focus and get reenergized, even for just a couple of minutes in the middle of a workday.
• Regular Exercise. One excellent way to keep stress at bay is to keep the body moving. Running, walking, bicycling, or movement activities like yoga can all be incorporated into an anti-stress lifestyle.
• Reduce Caffeine. A healthier diet can be a huge stress-buster, and caffeine can be a significant culprit for creating anxiety. Limit the caffeine to one small serving a day to gain a noticeable difference in the amount of stress put on the body and the adrenal system.
• Journal or Talk About Feelings. One way to cope with stress is to tell a friend or therapist about difficult things in life. Don't have one? No worries! Journaling can sometimes be just as therapeutic as a listening ear.