Stress management

The pace of virtually all economic and social processes increases manifold over shorter periods of time. In addition to numerous other factors, this can be a direct stress trigger. In order to appropriately handle stress,  an exact analysis as well as suitable methods for successfully coping with stress are required.

Beside stress terms and mechanisms, the seminar includes levels of stress reaction, stress analysis, various methods for coping with stress, as well as a guideline for implementing a personal stress-conquering program.

The stress phenomenon

• Stress factors
• The biological sense of the stress mechanism
• Where does stress start?
• Who feels stress?

Levels of stress reaction

• Cognitive, emotional, vegetative-hormonal, and muscular level

Stress analysis

Fundamentals of coping with stress

Short-term methods for managing stress

• Distraction
• Mental stop
• Positive soliloquy
• Venting steam

Long-term methods for managing stress

• Change of attitude and behavior
• Time management
• Creating situations of accomplishment
• Nurturing social contacts
• Relaxation
• Nutrition and sports

Formulation of a personal stress-management program