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My Stress Analysis

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1. My life is fairly stress-free, which makes it difficult for me to give a good detailed example. However, like other students, school work is a main stressor. I tend to complete work the day it becomes available to me, I view it as a challenge, rather than a hindrance. So, my need to complete work right away; rather than relaxing and completing it over time is my main source of stress. I would consider this a challenge stressor since I start with an elevated level of stress, and relax later after completion. Once I am finished, I often experience positive emotions, from knowing I no longer need to worry. In conclusion, I would say I have pretty good control over my stress, which leads me to believe I do not poses the Type A behavior …show more content…

Even though, I set a short-term goal of completing work, I do have a method to reduce the amount of stress that comes with it. After about an hour of work I will take a break. During this break, I will go work out, eat, or do anything other than required work. Shutting down like this tends to reduce the effects of strain my stressors cause, to the point where I can review the work I have already completed. Being able to review, gives me the chance to correct things and continue as if I am just starting the assignment.
For example, I recently had an essay that required me to research a court case, for about an hour I took notes on information I found from several sources. After about an hour I left and went to SW Rec. I came back, relaxed, and started back on the essay, with a refreshed stress-free mind. Without the added stress of collecting information, I could focus on the actual writing of the paper. In all, I do believe this strategy is effective. If I had to choose a different de-stressor I would consider meditation, mostly because a lot of my classes have discussed its …show more content…

As I briefly mentioned working out and eating (engaging in alternative activities) are coping activities I use to reduce stress, while also increasing my wellbeing. As explained in the lecture, higher levels of stress lead to an increased chance of heart problems. The best and most beneficial ways to strengthen and keep a healthy heart is through exercise and a good diet, which are my two de-stressors. So, changing my exercise routine and diet to be more heart focused would be beneficial.
4. So far after about a week, I have incorporated more cardio into my exercises and reduced the amount of sodium in my diet. I feel I can de-stress at a slightly quicker rate, which seems to allow me to get back to work faster with the same mindset as before. I also researched a bit on meditation and started reflecting on life at the end of each day, which I feel has increased my focus on what I need to get

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