Stress

I am keenly aware of my own stress - when it's high and when it's under control. I am not the kind of person who can walk around under stress on a continuum. I need it "under control". I can tolerate it for a while...a week or so. But I have to fix problems and I have to see the light at the end of the tunnel. I really value my mental health. I know that sounds obvious - like who doesn't?But I work on it. I make a conscious effort to have good positive mental health. I have learned a TON throughout my 43 years about MY part in my mental health. My own self talk. My own bad choices. My own state of mind.

I am currently under more stress than I have been with work issues and life issues. Yesterday I called a good friend to help counsel me through. Here are some tips if you are spinning in too much stress.

Call a friend. LISTEN to that friend.

Implement a change that YOU can control.

Make a list of things that no matter what you do, can't be controlled then let it go.

Listen to your gut and take action.

STOP talking about it. For me, the more I talk sometimes, the worse it gets.

By day's end, have some things accomplished that will help you sleep without worries.

Take a bath and if necessary, TAKE A BENNEDRYL.