Stress Management
The 4 A's of Stress
Healthy Coping Skills
100

 When your brain perceives a threat, it releases hormones that raise your heart rate and blood pressure

The Response

100

 Learn to say "no," leave stressful environments, and drop non-essential tasks from your to-do list.

Avoid

100

Focus on the things you can change and let go of what you cannot, such as managing your own reactions to stressful events.

Control

200

Modern life keeps this alarm system turned on too often, which can lead to serious health issues over time.

The Problem

200

 Communicate your feelings respectfully, be assertive, and manage your time better instead of bottling things up.

Alter

200

Stay dedicated to meaningful, positive activities and routines like work, hobbies, or daily self-care.

Commitment

300

Includes short-term acute stress, recurring episodic acute stress, and long-term chronic stress.

Types of Stress

300

Talk to a trusted friend or therapist, forgive mistakes, and let go of situations you cannot change

Accept:

300

Reach out to friends, family, or support networks to talk, share feelings, and get encouragement.

Connection

400

Reframe negative thoughts, drop perfectionism, and set reasonable standards for yourself

Adapt

400

Build trust in your own ability to handle tough moments by remembering past successes and how you overcame adversity.

Confidence