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How to make 2022 a little less stressful

How to make 2022 a little less stressful
26 January 2022
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26 January 2022

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Feeling that one has too much to carry on their shoulders can have a severe knock-on effect, causing a negative view other aspects of life. To find ways to reduce the amount of stress that one feels, it may be necessary to adjust some current habits or lifestyle decisions. Altering years of habits can be quite difficult at first, but those who try may find that they feel more positive and less burdened once the new habits have become a part of normality.

Financial stress is one of the most common issues keeping people wake at night. There might be concerns about paying bills, or simply giving family the lifestyle they desire because of issues with money. While these problems might not go away overnight, there are steps that can be taken to reduce the severity. Opening an individual savings account, commonly known as an ISA, can make it possible to save money and gain interest, without needing to pay taxes on the sum. Some savings accounts may charge for the privilege of their service, however, an ISA allows account holders to choose how much they put in, and there is normally no fee for doing so.

One of the ways to potentially reduce any pre-existing stress and tension can be through practising the techniques used in mindfulness. Those who follow these principles can really consider how they feel in that exact moment, as well as the root cause of the issue. By acknowledging how feelings, it may be possible to eliminate resultant negativity. In the future, this could also aid with not getting overly stressed in the first place, by allowing person to feel and then release those associated emotions. Bottling up negativity can affect mental health, so it can be important to address it when it becomes noticeable that these feelings are setting in.

There may be times that the stress that a person feels is caused by them being too hard on themselves. While it can be helpful to critique some plans and actions, treating oneself negatively may only lead to feeling more hurt. It could also be a fast-track way to set up for inevitable failure. Experts suggest that when setting goals or expectations for yourself, it may be worth considering what is feasible. As an example, it may not be possible to cook like a gourmet chef by next weekend, however, a realistic aim such as to know how to make several nutritious meals by the end of next month could be a useful goal. Giving oneself the opportunity to succeed may help reduce the pressure to achieve the impossible.

Stress can have a large impact on both physical and mental health. There may also be aspects of life that are adding to this stress, but that are hard to control. If this is the case, it may be worth speaking to a doctor, teacher, employer, friends or family to see how support can be put in place.

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