We can usually have most aspects of our lives under control including stress. And then it might suddenly hit us unexpectedly - an aspect of our lives that had been totally harmless suddenly spirals out of control and causes us stress. Here we will relate to two reasons causing unexpected stress and what are the best ways to handle it.
Physical harm and a sense of loss are the two universal causes for sudden and unexpected stress. The first is the hardest to treat since its implications are long term, impact most aspects of our lives and takes longer to cope. With loss, on the other hand, while abrupt and surprising, after a time of mourning and grief, we would usually find our natural way back to life.
When people are hit by unexpected injury there is very little that can be done in advance to prepare dealing with it. Sure, we can use the insurance payment (if we ever had that), but there is still much to do with the hurt body and mind. In such account stress will rise for the injured person as well as for the whole supporting family around him. Such an incident can change life for everyone involved.
We usually see the real nature of friend when they are really needed and it is very comforting to know we have someone to lean on. Still, the emotional, financial and time management weight on the other party can contribute for arising stress.
Well, the first thing is to make sure you keep your thoughts in order. Realistically look at how the event will affect you, and what can be done to lessen this effect. You may observe more alternative paths that minimize the impact of the incident as you proactively ask for them.
Another important guide is to think about other affected people around you, too. Acknowledge their annoyance and needs. Draw up a list of who needs to know about the situation, who might be counted upon to help, and things that need to be done to help relieve the burden. After all, mutual understanding and consideration for others is a main factor for a reduced amount of stress, bitterness and conflicts.
In any case, always remember that having pain does not mean misery. By accepting pain only as a signal from the physical body that something is wrong and nothing more than that can give us perspective and more flexibility to handle our stress and emotions. Sorrow and unhappiness are a choice of our mind. Once you accept things as they are and give your body the time to heal, stress will be released. But don't be happy too quick. Let yourself adjust in your own rate.
Physical harm and a sense of loss are the two universal causes for sudden and unexpected stress. The first is the hardest to treat since its implications are long term, impact most aspects of our lives and takes longer to cope. With loss, on the other hand, while abrupt and surprising, after a time of mourning and grief, we would usually find our natural way back to life.
When people are hit by unexpected injury there is very little that can be done in advance to prepare dealing with it. Sure, we can use the insurance payment (if we ever had that), but there is still much to do with the hurt body and mind. In such account stress will rise for the injured person as well as for the whole supporting family around him. Such an incident can change life for everyone involved.
We usually see the real nature of friend when they are really needed and it is very comforting to know we have someone to lean on. Still, the emotional, financial and time management weight on the other party can contribute for arising stress.
Well, the first thing is to make sure you keep your thoughts in order. Realistically look at how the event will affect you, and what can be done to lessen this effect. You may observe more alternative paths that minimize the impact of the incident as you proactively ask for them.
Another important guide is to think about other affected people around you, too. Acknowledge their annoyance and needs. Draw up a list of who needs to know about the situation, who might be counted upon to help, and things that need to be done to help relieve the burden. After all, mutual understanding and consideration for others is a main factor for a reduced amount of stress, bitterness and conflicts.
In any case, always remember that having pain does not mean misery. By accepting pain only as a signal from the physical body that something is wrong and nothing more than that can give us perspective and more flexibility to handle our stress and emotions. Sorrow and unhappiness are a choice of our mind. Once you accept things as they are and give your body the time to heal, stress will be released. But don't be happy too quick. Let yourself adjust in your own rate.
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