Stress Management

When you’re stressed, your brain releases a hormone called Cortisol which works like a built-in alarm system.

Cortisol levels peak around midday and begin to decrease about 6pm. They require the body to be in REM sleep around 2am, to repair the brain psychologically and physically.

When the human body is under intense amounts of stress, it exhibits the

Fight or Flight Response.

What are typical reactions to stress?What are typical reactions to stress?

What should you do instead of crying, screaming, drinking, or binge watching Netflix?

RESILIENCE

● Do you keep a positive attitude during stressful situations?

● Do you have skills to help you relax and manage stress?

● Do you have a network of people who offer support?

● Do you keep your eyes on the big picture, even in challenging situations?

Time Management

Hours Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

5-5:30 a.m.

5:30-6 a.m.

6-6:30 a.m.

6:30-7 a.m.

7-7:30 a.m.

7:30-8 a.m.

8-8:30 a.m.

8:30-9 a.m.

9-9:30 a.m.

TIME MANAGEMENT WEEKLY SCHEDULE

If a guitar string is not

taut, it will not play. If you

had NO stress in your life,

you would never be

challenged, excited, or

hopeful.

Remember: Some Stress is Necessary!

Manage your stress; manage your time; manage your life.

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