{"id":25880,"date":"2024-07-26T08:21:54","date_gmt":"2024-07-25T22:21:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/explorecareers.com.au\/?p=25880"},"modified":"2024-11-28T16:36:06","modified_gmt":"2024-11-28T05:36:06","slug":"manage-your-work-and-study-related-stress","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/explorecareers.com.au\/manage-your-work-and-study-related-stress\/","title":{"rendered":"Manage Your Work and Study-Related Stress"},"content":{"rendered":"
When we\u2019re in super stressful situations, it can seem like the only way through is by toughening up and riding it out. After all, feeling stressed about having too many assignments and no time to do them won\u2019t <\/span>actually <\/span><\/i>change the due date, right?<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n While this mindset is common, it isn\u2019t necessarily the best way to manage difficult feelings. Ignoring what makes us feel awful doesn\u2019t fix the problem either; it just suppresses it (and makes it more likely to resurface later on). Instead, we\u2019d argue that mastering a few <\/span>stress management techniques<\/span> is the best way to go!<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Implementing <\/span>stress management techniques <\/span>takes a little practice, but the foundation behind the concept is relatively simple. Essentially, <\/span>stress management<\/span> relates to the realisation that you\u2019re in control of your life. By taking steps to <\/span>manage your stress levels<\/span>, identify and disempower your triggers, and find a sense of balance, you\u2019ll be happier, more productive, and much less stressed out. Sounds pretty ideal, right?<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n While we\u2019d love to say that any of these following techniques could work as a magic bullet solution, it simply isn\u2019t true (disappointing, we know). The reality is that different techniques work for different people, so it\u2019s important to commence your de-stressing journey with an open mind and a willingness to pivot and adjust as necessary. By doing so, you\u2019re setting yourself up with the best possible chance of a stress-free life!<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n We\u2019ve all been there: completely and totally overwhelmed with tonnes of unfinished tasks, encroaching deadlines, and a stomach that feels totally knotted. It\u2019s awful, and we\u2019re sure that if given the choice, anyone would choose to avoid that nasty stressed-out feeling. However, if we don\u2019t practice <\/span>stress management<\/span>, we run the risk of feeling this way <\/span>extremely <\/span><\/i>often; it doesn\u2019t take much for tasks to start piling up!<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Besides the mental issues that stress presents, <\/span>Healthline<\/span><\/a> states that it also impacts our physical body in a variety of gnarly ways, including<\/span> by inducing<\/span>:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n With this in mind, it’s easy to see why <\/span>stress management<\/span> is so important!<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n As we said before, there isn\u2019t a one-size-fits-all solution to stress. Rather, you have to figure out a <\/span>stress management<\/span> system that works for you and your unique needs!<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n However, there are a few unmissable steps in the <\/span>de-stressing<\/span> process. To start off on the right foot, make sure you\u2019re:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n The first, and arguably most important, <\/span>de-stressing<\/span> step is to figure out where that stressed-out feeling stems from!\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n While big stressors (like changing schools, breakups, assignments, friend problems etc.) are easy to identify, there can be times when the source of your stress is a little sneakier. Try your best to narrow down the stressful parts of any situation and identify specific pressure points.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Feeling stressed can really take it out of you, which means you might be skipping your daily exercise. However, because exercise releases endorphins, it can actually alleviate the symptoms of stress. Trust us, you\u2019ll want to make some time for it!<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Remember, you don\u2019t have to be running a marathon to reap the benefits of exercise. Even a simple walk around the block is enough to make you feel a little bit better.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n So much everyday stress stems from poor <\/span>time management<\/span> skills, so it\u2019s a super important skill to develop.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n While <\/span>time management<\/span> doesn\u2019t sound fun, it can be a great excuse for some stationary shopping! Head to your favourite store and pick out a fun new planner; future you will thank you for it!<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n When you\u2019re in the midst of a super-stressful period, it\u2019s easy to convince yourself that you don\u2019t have any time to go out and do the things you love to do. However, making time for fun is an incredibly important <\/span>stress management technique<\/span>!<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Regardless of the amount of work on your plate, set aside some time for yourself. Whether this means cooking your favourite meal, running a bubble bath, or watching a movie with a pal, is all up to you!<\/span> If you’re feeling unsure about when to take time out from studying, check out our guide on how to know when to take a study break<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Another helpful step is to assess your current approach to stress and see how well it\u2019s working for you. To help you do so, we\u2019ve put together a list of green flags and red flags for <\/span>stress management<\/span>. If you can relate to more green flags, you might be in the clear. However, if you feel called out by the red flags, it\u2019s probably time to make a change!\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n When stress is <\/span>really <\/span><\/i>piled up, it\u2019s okay to feel snowed under and unable to dedicate the mental strength to help yourself. However, it\u2019s these kinds of situations the require us to be brave and ask for help.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Whether you\u2019re going to a trusted friend or family member or seeking out professional help, it\u2019s important to be honest about how stress is affecting us. Remember, a problem shared is a problem halved.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n If you need someone to talk to, Health Direct has a <\/span>great list of helplines<\/span><\/a> that you can reach out to. What\u2019s more, most of them are anonymous, so you can feel totally safe sharing all your feelings with the counsellor on the other end of the line.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Another possible reason for high stress levels is uncertainty about your future career path, and if that\u2019s your issue, we\u2019ve got you covered!<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Head over to <\/span>our career quiz<\/span><\/a> to figure out the perfect industry for you or explore our <\/span>employer pages<\/span><\/a> and see who jumps out. Who knows, the perfect <\/span>stress management technique<\/span> might just be finding an exciting career path!<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" When we\u2019re in super stressful situations, it can seem like the only way through is by toughening up and riding […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":58,"featured_media":25883,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"content-type":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[17],"tags":[635],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/explorecareers.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/25880"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/explorecareers.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/explorecareers.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/explorecareers.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/58"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/explorecareers.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=25880"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/explorecareers.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/25880\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":27726,"href":"https:\/\/explorecareers.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/25880\/revisions\/27726"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/explorecareers.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/25883"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/explorecareers.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=25880"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/explorecareers.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=25880"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/explorecareers.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=25880"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}What Does <\/span>Stress Management<\/span> Mean?<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n
Why Do We Need to <\/span>Manage Stress<\/span>?<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n
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How Can You Manage Stress?<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n
Identifying the Source<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n
Moving More<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n
Practice <\/span>Time Management<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n
Make Time for Fun<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n
Assess Your <\/span>Stress Management<\/span> Style<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n
Green Flags<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n
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Red Flags<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n
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If It\u2019s All Feeling Like Too Much<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n
Lower Stress Levels by Alleviating Uncertainty<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n