Course Outline
Stress & Its Causes
- Identification of the two stress types: distress (negative stress causing adverse feelings and ill-health) and eustress (positive stress fostering motivation and well-being).
- Discussion of the specific stressors faced by participants.
- Exploration of burnout and how it differs from stress, noting its more permanent and pervasive nature.
Impacts of Stress
- Analysis of the chemicals involved and natural daily peaks.
- Understanding how these chemicals trigger 'fight or flight' responses, promote short-term thinking (which hinders problem-solving in stressful situations), and suppress the parasympathetic system (essential for health functions like digestion and memory storage).
Reducing Stress, Routines & Plans
- Examination of documented benefits from mindfulness (awareness of feelings, thoughts, and attention), physical exercise, morning routines, meditation, belief remapping, and energy techniques (such as tapping or visualizing the movement of feelings).
- Development of a feasible morning routine, which can be expanded upon and serves as an 'emergency' technique for moments of overwhelm, panic, or acute stress.
Reflection & Action Planning
- Reflection on personal goals for the session, as initially identified.
- Creation of an advisory plan outlining one to three specific actions to take to return to work effectively, including strategies to maintain focus if distractions occur.
Requirements
- A willingness to share personal feelings within a group setting.
Target Audience
- Individuals working in dynamic, fast-paced environments characterized by competing priorities, ambiguous goals, and shifting targets.
- Those who frequently experience symptoms such as headaches, stomach aches, worry, fear, imposter syndrome, lethargy, overwhelm, or strained relationships.
Testimonials (4)
Provided and explained very clearly a lot of foundational concepts, which fit well with the team's level of learning. The exercises were very engaging and I believe my team were comfortable and participated very well. Coordinating with the trainer as well was very seamless.
Christlan Tolentino - Canadian Blood Services
Course - Critical Thinking
I especially appreciated the instructor’s ability to give thorough, well-explained answers to questions specific to my personal situation.
HASAN TAHA URLU - Huber Turkiye
Course - Assertiveness
the exercises and the way the trainer was explaining
Sorana Haiduc - Ness
Course - Stress Management and Prevention
1. Methodology 2. Its structure and usability 3. Real, practical examples and excercises