Stressful Excitement, how come?!

 Every year around this time, millions of students are occupied with the “New School Year” preparation. Not only the students but also parents, teachers, caregivers, and everyone who is involved in this annual event! From the little ones who are writing the first page of their academic book to those who are seniors in colleges and are getting ready to start their professional book😁

Lots and lots of stories and adventures. And, a huge stress created around this particular circumstance⚡️

Back to school is an exciting event for sure, it could be hassle though! Shopping lists, transportations, extracurriculars and activities, doctors visits, and much more!

So many people, even children, can feel frustrated about such overwhelming situations. That’s very common. The problem is that “stress” -especially intense and chronic stress- could have a significant impact on our overall health, which means it might affect us so badly that we become physically sick, mentally disturbed, or emotionally exhausted. Therefore it is very important for anybody who experiences anxiety at some level to address their stress and make efforts to manage it before it develops into serious issues.

Do you know that studies have shown that stress is linked to health conditions such as digestive disorders, muscle pain and stiffness, sleep problems, elevated blood pressure, and much much more?

-Being aware of stress effects on our (Body, Mind, and Feelings), and being thoughtful about learning new strategies to improve it, could be really beneficial.

- In the lines below, I share with you some useful tips that may help you manage your stress, whether it is a related to the start of the school year, or other everyday life challenges…

1- Please be reminded that “Food” plays a role in your stress levels; so be mindful of what you eat, when and how. Mindful eating is a key part in stress management.

2- Strive to get a better nighttime sleep. It might take some time to become a habit but it does work.

3- Pray, meditate, or practice any mindfulness exercises. Pay attention to where you put energy.
4- Limit “screen-time” that includes your phone, computer, TV, news, and gaming device. 
5- Get social with people you feel comfortable with, but try to stay away from the topics that create tension.

6- Look for  volunteer opportunities. Giving is taking! In other words, when you volunteer your time and effort you generate a sense of joy, satisfaction, and self-worth for yourself.

7- Learn a new language, develop a new skill, or discover a new hobby.

8- Perform the 4 (A)s technique -which was explained in a previous blog- which consists of 4 concepts: Avoiding the unnecessary stress, Accepting what you have no control over, Adapting to the needed changes, and Altering your choices or actions.

9- Plan ahead, making sure to break your goals into working steps.

10- Do not hesitate to contact a Life Coach for support and guidance if you need to.

**Last but not least, Do Not let your stress get you to lose hope; because tomorrow is always another day, and because happiness is never easy!