Stress is the curse of the breathing man. Anybody worth their life endure seemingly unmanageable stress at some point in their lives. I’ve experienced it before, still enduring it today, and would tackle it again in the future. Being unemployed due to my medical condition, I am the one left at home to do the household chores. This alone could induce stress in its brutal form and it doesn’t end there. I still have to attend my dialysis treatment regularly and manage my medications . Plus, I still have my blogs to tend to. But I’m not complaining. I consider myself as someone that thrives, therefore I cope up with things easily, stress included.
Things I do in Managing Stress
Take A Break
The most effective way that works for me in countering stress is taking a break. Stopping or pausing from something that’s been inflicting stress on you is not just logical but also wise. It prevents burnout and calms the mind enough to endure another round of work. It also helps in viewing the stressful subject in question in a different angle, thus seeing things in a different light.
Read A Book or Novel
Sometimes I tend to grab a book or novel whenever I’m in stress. Reading calms and clears my mind of confusion. I read mostly mystery and suspense novels, books on Egyptology, Geology, and Geography, and food/culinary magazines.
Surf the Internet and Read Other Blogs
Whenever I get writer’s block I tend to cram up, especially if I really wanted to finish the article I’m writing. This induces stress, and whenever it creeps in on me I simply put down what I’m doing and surf the web. I like to visit other blogs. Whether it’s related to what I’m doing or not, as long as I like what I’m reading on that site, I’ll stay there for a while.
Watch Cartoons
Oh yes you heard that right. I still watch cartoons every now and then and I find it soothing for a my burnt out mind. I like Tom and Jerry Tales, the animated Mr. Bean show, Spongebob Squarepants, and Timmy Time. I guess I’m still a kid at heart and enjoys watching these. And the things you enjoy doing often relieves stress.
These are the techniques I employ to relieve stress. It works for me most of the time. Maybe it would work for you too, or maybe not. But the bottom line is that you should seek out ways to relieve stress as efficient as possible, before it overwhelms what your doing. And that you should always take time to relax and enjoy life to prevent burnout.
Article by Julius Santos
A blogger and a freelance graphics artist who's undergoing dialysis treatment. Among his interests are blogging, writing, graphics design, reading books, cooking, listening to music, tinkering around, and doing research.
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I am impressed by the way you look at things in a positive way considering your medical condition. Stress can really affect us if we let it and I could totally relate to the methods your using to get rid of it. Cartoons, Reading and the Internet has saved me from burnout due to stress more times than I can remember.
Thanks! Optimism has its benefits. Besides, you need less muscle function in smiling than frowning, so why make it hard for you?
For me when I’m stressed, I usually take a break.. Have a coffee.. Some nice music..and try to relax my mind and soul…
Thanks Harsh for dropping by. Yes, indeed, taking a break is still the best way to counter stress. Listening to music is also a nice and soothing way to relax. I also enjoy music every now and then..
Hello Julius, I’m glad that even if you have a medical condition, it doesn’t deter you from blogging. Your post has always refreshed me of the things I should be happy for whenever I’m stressed – watching TV, anime and talking to friends – these are some that alleviate my stress. I have come to learn that you’re undergoing dialysis regularly..I do hope it doesn’t deplete your financial resources. I have a cousin who used to undergo dialysis many times in a week and it is really costly. I wish you all the best in your health and in your blogging. Have a nice day!
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Hi Felicia! I’m glad that this article has been of help to you. I believe in optimism and this is what keeps me going despite my condition. Though it’s a bit hard on us financially, but we get by.
Thanks for dropping by!
Very informative and useful tips you have on your blog. Stress is something which is decreases your productivity and when it comes to blogging you need to be stress free. For me whenever i am stressful I prefer to watch cartoons and listen to soft music.
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Thanks for dropping by Ruchi! Who would ever thought that an author from Shoutmeloud would grace this humble blog? It all goes to show what guest blogging did for me.
I agree that you should be stress-free when it comes to blogging. I would also suggest taking a break before stress takes over and not after it has already burned you out.
It is very important to take the time to relax so you don’t burn out. Just a half hour doing something fun…(or taking a nap..my favorite) can be refreshing and re-energizing. You have some great ideas for relieving stress. Reading or watching a movie is great since you are taken away in story away from thinking about anything else.
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Thanks Melinda! People have unique ways in handling stress. Whatever it is that prevents you from burning out, I’d say that you go for it.