Not everything that we have to do should be at the top of the list of priorities.
That is why there is a list. Create a To Do List and then work your way down. Put things on in the list of what take precedence. We can’t do everything no matter how hard we try.
Life can be very overwhelming and juggling a family with work in and out of the house along with possible financial restraints can create a very high stress level.
When things are overwhelming it is hard to see where a problem begins and ends. It is easier to manage if you break thing down into bite size pieces.
The following are recommended ways to relieve stress;
- Take a break even if it is just for ten minutes
- Exercise – thins will get your endorphins working
- Read a book
- Do something special for yourself
- Accept that you can not change everything
- Take a relaxing bath
- Take a class
- Meet a friend for a cup of coffee
- Keep a diary
- Join a play centre or support group
- Change your scenery
- Drink lots of water
- Rest when your children are resting
Counter productive activities;
- Try not to take your frustrations out on others
- Do not forget to eat or your blood sugar will drop
- Do not drink a lot of alcohol
- Do not be over critical of yourself and others
- Spend too much time dwelling on things that aren’t as they should be
- Avoid shouting as much as possible
Time Management is essential if you are going to stay on top of things. Routines are good but with little ones especially, you will need a degree of flexibility. If you manage your time well then things will not accumulate to the point where you are overwhelmed. Most things are achievable when you break them down to bite size pieces.
