Patient Comments: Stress - Management
What stress management techniques have worked for you?
Comment from: Cynthia, 45-54 Female (Patient)
Published: May 23
Comment from: retired military, 55-64 Male
Published: January 11
When the stress level is near almost unbearable levels, find a quiet spot, mentally reflect on a place where we love. Relax, hands open, slow down breathing, and realize that this particular situation might not be worth all this stress in a few hours or days. I found out that any situation that makes us angry is best dealt with after we sleep on it. Was this comment helpful?Yes
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