Quick Tips to Deal with Stress

• Get a change of scene. Leaving your
workstation for a short walk can help you
collect your thoughts and refocus on the
task at hand.

• Take a humour break. Read one of your favourite jokes or
share an amusing story with a co-worker.

• Manage your time. Prioritize tasks, and do essential ones
first. Make checklists to measure your progress.

• Take a deep breath, allowing your rib cage and belly to
expand as you inhale. Exhale slowly. Repeat 10 times.

• Watch your diet. Excessive consumption of alcohol,
caffeine, sugar, fats, and tobacco limits your body’s ability
to deal with stress.

• Share your feelings. Call a trusted friend or family member
when you need to vent.

• Keep your perspective. Create a screen saver of special
places or people as a reminder of what’s really important.