- Stop Waiting. Everyone knows this truth deep down: You cannot wait for your organization, partner, or others to change. Only you are responsible for your life. Only you can make choices and change. If you stopped waiting, what would your life look like?
- Get Organized. A great to-do list can work wonders for anxiety. Write everything down and you'll spend much less time worrying you'll forget something. Look at your list objectively, make note of timelines, and then parcel tasks into manageable chunks. Don't forget to mark items that should be delegated, that you can say "no" to, or that can wait for another time.
- Move it/Move it. Sure, workouts may firm your abs, but moving your body can actually counteract the physiological impact of stress AND create endorphins that make you feel good. Try to do something physical for at least 30 minutes three times a week. It can be anything that makes you smile: dancing, biking, brisk walking, swimming, or that Zumba class down the street.
- Check Your 'Tude. Sometimes what we perceive as stressful depends on how we're looking at it. For example, some might see change as scary when they could see it as new and exciting. Try to be mindful of your perceptions, and you'll feel a sense of control over events and stress.
- Use Your Skills. Have you ever thought about developing better communication skills for problem solving, decision making, saying 'no,' and using 'I' statements? Even techniques on learning how to ask for help can lower your stress level. Grab a book on business communication because knowing how to negotiate, compromise, and be flexible will calm you down in situations when those arise. Think about how relaxed you'll feel next time you ask for a raise when you know how to do it.
