Stress Management Training Outline

                                    Stress Management Program Components:
                              (Trainings can be tailored to employer/employee needs)

                                The cost of stress to the individual and the business
                                                                   The nature of stress
                                                  Definitions: stressor, stress, eustress
                                                             Statistics relating to stress
                                                          Signs and symptoms of stress
                                                   Assessing stress triggers and levels
                                                                Major vs. minor stresses
                         Techniques for physical relaxation (i.e.,breathing methods)
                                                           Techniques to relax mentally
                                          Techniques to deal with anger and frustration
                                                                Time Management skills
                                                                   Communication skills
                                            Developing stress resistant values and goals
                                                                  Using a support system
                                                  Environmental tips for reducing stress
                             Stress management as part of an overall wellness program


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Participants will learn how to:

 Recognize the psychological symptoms of stress
 Practice relaxation techniques
 Create “positive focus statements”
 Identify what they value most highly
 Manage their time more effectively
 Communicate in ways that promote harmony and cooperation

 Incorporate “stress buffers” for improved health
 Recognize habits that create stress
 Use positive “self talk” to control their emotions
 Identify their life purpose and create a mission statement
 Control perfectionism and procrastination

Organizational Benefits of
Stress Management Training

Increased productivity
Greater employee retention
Focus on problem solving
Decreased absenteeism
Improved teamwork
Decreased chronic illness
More positive work environment
Improved morale

Benefits for the Individual:

Improved health and energy
Reduced feelings of stress
Greater productivity
More positive attitude on and off the job

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