Managing Stress

Some of the most common causes of stress that you as a self managed learner could encounter include those related to academic performance,lifestyle changes , finances, health, social relationships, family and friends.

You need to master some strategies in more realistic and reasonable ways to overcome any stressful situation.

STRATEGIES FOR MANAGING STRESS

a)Take Action to Organise Yourself
You should control the way you spend your time and energy so that you can handle stress more effectively. For example, if you are working full time, you may wantto learn at night when everyone is asleep oe be an early bird and start your day one or two hours earlier.

b)Exercise Your Body

Your health and productivity depend on your body's ability to supply oxygen and food to its cells. Therefore, exercise your heart and lungs regularly, a minimum of three days per week for 15-30 minutes. This can be in the form of activities such as walking such as walking, jogging , cycling, swimming or aerobics.

c)Eat a Balanced Diet
Avoid foods that are high in fats and sugar. Do not or alcohol. caffeine may keep you awake but it may also make it harder to concentrate. Remember a 20-minute walk has been proven to be a better tranquiliser than some prescription drugs.