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It’s critical today—as increasing numbers of people report they are stressed, fearful and even distrustful ( Rule of 3). Unfortunately, stress is rampant, and wellbeing has declined. It’s sobering that 84% of employees said they were stressed. And for Gen Z, 91% were stressed and 98% said they were burned out, according to a survey by Cigna. While chances are you’re looking to reduce your stress in whatever way you can, luckily, there are three straightforward ways to manage the mayhem based on science, best practice and what really works.

The ideal is to have a healthy level of stress—termed eustress—in which you have just enough motivation to keep you engaged, interested and reminded of the important contributions you make. Positive stressors can actually help you feel energized and enhance your endurance, heart health and cognitive function, according to research available through the National Library of Medicine. In addition, the harder you work for something, the more fulfilled and rewarded you feel when you accomplish it. There is benefit in having to struggle, learn and strive.Whenever possible, harness your thinking and define stressors as important challenges that you can impact.

further, resilience is a muscle you can build. The more effectively you cope, the more you’ll increase your ability to get through the next challenge as well.Also related to resilience is challenging yourself to stretch outside your comfort zones: When you do, you’re more likely to feel happiness and wellbeing. When you stretch, you may fail—and failure is part of living and learning. If you’re not failing sometimes, you may not be trying hard enough.Known as the 15% rule, the studies demonstrated that if you fail less than 15% of the time, you may stop trying because you decide you’re close enough to mastery.

Focusing on others and the contribution you can make is also correlated with greater happiness and fulfillment. We all have an instinct to matter—and when you give attention to how others are doing, what kind of support they need and how you can help, it’s helpful to you as well. Focusing on others expands your view and gets you out of your own head.In addition to taking care of others, it’s also necessary to be sure you’re taking care of yourself. But too often recommendations about self-care are superficial.

To conclude , Stress is a natural part of life. You WILL have ups and downs and there will be stressors for sure. But remind yourself that just because you face challenges, you don’t have to be overwhelmed or undermined by stress.You can empower yourself to change your thinking and take positive action—for your own benefit and for the benefit of those you interact with.

By : Tracy