What Are Sources Related to Stress?
- Close relationships are essential to well-being; they bring joy, a sense of fulfillment and happiness. But these relationships have their share of difficult moments. A long-term relationship inevitably leads to both small and large conflicts over issues like establishing a monthly budget, conflicting schedules, and arranging childcare. When your closest relationships aren't what they should be, unhealthy habits can find their way into your life. Stress can lead to a loss of sleep and excessive worrying, which can take a physical toll on your body. Even a small, nagging stressor can have a negative impact on your health. In order to deal with stress stemming from relationships, the Cleveland Clinic recommends talking about what's bothering you instead of keeping the problem to yourself, which only perpetuates the stress.
- Some argue that the biggest source of contention in relationships is money. Money is often hard to talk about and the stress of worrying about money is compounded by the fact that oftentimes people feel the need to deal with this stressor alone. One easy way to bypass this would be to develop a monthly budget that you or your spouse can agree on and stick to it. Reward yourselves with a nice dinner, or a night out at the end of the month, for keeping your finances in check. If money management just isn't something you or your spouse are good at, consider seeing a financial adviser for assistance.
- Your job is a big part of who you are. The workplace is where you spend most of your time; therefore it makes sense that whatever happens in the workplace can find its way into other areas of your life. If your career feels too demanding, the Cleveland Clinic recommends learning how to assert yourself as a way of combating stress. In short, learn how to say "no" to avoid taking on more than you can handle. If your job situation isn't working for you, it's easy to internalize the problem, which inevitably invites stress into your life.
- There are lots of ways to cope with stress. Many people find relaxation techniques helpful; meditation can be therapeutic; vigorous exercise can combat stress. What's important is that you find an outlet that helps you gain perspective on what's bothering you. That in turn will help you combat the mental and physical strain that stress brings into your life. Finding a way to minimize the symptoms of stress may help you find a solution to the problem.
