Course Title: Reduce Stress for Success Course Objectives: - To determine the sources of stress in your life
- To understand how stress undermines effectiveness and health
- To identify techniques that can be used to mitigate stress
- To understand the keys to creating an authentically happy life
Week 1 Theme: Know The Enemy Pre-work: 2 assessment worksheets Discussion Questions and Topics: · Assess Your Current Stress Level · Symptoms of a Stressful Life · Effects of Physical, Social, Emotional and Environmental Stressors · Acute vs. Chronic Stress and Nonevents Homework: Thought Observation Week 2 Theme: Develop a Stress-Reduction Toolkit I Discussion Questions and Topics: · What are effective techniques for reducing stressful reactions? o Breathing Techniques o Relaxation Techniques o Effective Communication o Anger Management Homework: The 3-Minute Breathing Space Week 3 Theme: Develop a Stress-Reduction Toolkit II Discussion Questions and Topics: · What are effective coping strategies for stress induced o Anxiety and Depression o Eating Behavior · What is the role of physical activity in stress management · Time management strategies for coping with stress Homework: Determining Your Signature Strengths Week 4 Theme: Creating an Authentically Happy Life Discussion Questions and Topics: · What is the Formula for Happiness? · How can we create satisfaction with the past? · How do we develop optimism in the future? · What comprises happiness in the present? · How do we find personal satisfaction in our work? Homework: Work on a plan; then the plan will work on you
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