ELEV-WE 002: Reducing Stress

ELEV-WE 002: Reducing Stress

Course Number: ELEV-WE 002

Duration: One day

Course Description:

We are more conscious of our health today than ever before. People are living longer and better by eating healthier and exercising more regularly, but stress remains a constant part of everyday life. A complete picture of overall health must include an understanding of how stress affects both emotional and physical well-being.

The Reducing Stress course focuses on stress management strategies that help participants identify a healthy, productive level of stress and avoid stress beyond that point. Learners will explore emotional health fundamentals, improve self-awareness and self-image, and understand the critical connection between emotional health and physical wellness.

Course Modules:

Module One: Understanding Stress

• The effects of stress on emotional health
• Recognizing stress
• Testing your stress level
• Identifying behavior patterns
• The three stages of stress
• Identifying the symptoms of stress
• The effect of stress on the physical self
• Keeping adrenaline in check
• Examining workplace stress
• Understanding occupational burnout
• Finding the right amount of stress

Module Two: Taking Responsibility for Your Own Stress

• Identifying stress in your life
• Coping with stress
• Alleviating stress at work
• Expressing your feelings
• Using stress releases and safety valves

Module Three: Reducing Stress through Biofeedback, Mindfulness, and Meditation

• Understanding biofeedback
• Developing mindfulness
• Practicing meditation

Module Four: Improving Relationships with Self and Others

• Accepting yourself as a unique individual
• Sorting realistic from unrealistic expectations
• Assessing your strengths
• Acknowledging universal human needs
• Building better relationships
• Recognizing negative relationship patterns

Module Five: Enhancing Your Emotional Health

• Understanding emotional maturity
• Expressing emotions appropriately
• Exploring your emotional fitness
• Building self-confidence
• Solving problems openly
• Ten tips for maintaining emotional fitness
• Setting personal goals
• Reviewing personal goals

Take control of your well-being with the Reducing Stress course. Join now to build healthier stress responses, strengthen emotional fitness, and improve your overall quality of life.