Stress Management

Stress Management

"Challenging but very stimulating. Peter was excellent. The day went by so quickly and was kept interested all day. Some good ideas to take back with me. Very worthwhile." [MW Xyratex].

Introduction
We often feel that we can't do anything about stress, that it's 'just the way it is'. But if we choose to ignore stress signals we may soon suffer the consequences. We will show you how to identify the causes of stress. Then show you how to deal with your stress in a way that is effective for you and others around you. We show you how to cope with stressful situations, how to discover the real nature of stress and to stop stress spiralling out of control.

Course Objectives
By the end of the course you will be able to:

• Recognise stress in yourself and others
• Employ simple techniques to manage stress
• Change your approach to dealing with stressful situations

Content
What is stress, and how to identify the points of stress
How to spot the early signs of stress and avoid the stress spiral
Practical methods and simple techniques for a stress free life
How stress affects your health and your performance
What you need to do to eliminate stress
How one simple concept can massively change the amount of stress we experience
Key elements in stress creation and how to deal with them
How to change your thinking to change the way you deal with stress Ways to overcome the practical day to day blocks to dealing with stress What effect the environment you work and live in has on your stress levels

Course Includes Lunch/refreshments and course materials.