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 | One of the most difficult things to accept about stress is that we can't control everything that happens in life. To be sure, we do have a lot of influence over many things, but some events are simply out of our hands--trying to control what we simply can't control (like the actions of others) can just create more stress! That's why it's very important to focus on the forms of stress management we can control. The following resources will remind of of just how much power you do have to influence your stress levels, and create a less-stressed existence in every way you can, which can make a big difference in your stress levels overall. Enjoy your weekend! -Elizabeth | | Quiz: How Empowered Do You Feel?
Do you feel you have enough choices in life, or do you feel like things keep happening to you? This quiz is designed to measure your locus of control to help you better understand if you need to take steps to feel more empowered in life in order to feel less stressed. You will also find resources to help you do this. You can do it!
| How To Take Control Where You Can
Although you can't control everything--and can cause real stress by trying--you may have more control in a situation than you realize. If you feel powerless and would like to feel more "in control" of the areas of your life where you really do have influence, here's how to develop an internal locus of control.
| 5 BIG Things That Are Under Your Control
For many people, when they think of stress management, they think of eliminating stressful experiences from their lives. The bad news is that this isn't always possible. The good news is that this isn't always necessary, either! You can relieve massive amounts of stress in your life by focusing on these five things.
| Use The Power Of Your Mind
You may have heard that our thoughts about what we experience create more stress than the events themselves. How does this work? The following are some ways people may increase or decrease their stress levels with their thought patterns. Read more
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