Stress Flashcards
General Adaptation syndrome= 3 STAGES
ARE= Alarm, resistance, exhaustion
Warning signs of burnout
loss of energy
irritability
stress related problems: headache, back pain, loss of motivation
Prevention of burnout
Know personality type Type A- competitive Type B- easy going Type C- thrives at high pace Type D- depressed
Sympathetic
speeds the body up
parasympathetic
slows down the body
Tools to repair stress
Give body fighting chance: nutrition, sleep, exercise, healthy lifestyle
Eliminate unnecessary stress:
Use stress buster tools
Reduce work stress
Physical repair and recharging
Deep slow diaphragm breathing
Eat well, limit screen time, proper exercise
Sleep
Physical problems are the body’s way of telling you something is wrong- therefore…
Examine: spiritual, emotional, mental, social, occupational, financial and physical life