Balancing Stress in the Workplace

Everyone feels stressed; however, the most critical element of stress is knowing how it happens, what triggers it and when it’s taking a destructive toll on productivity and relationships. This module covers the science behind stress. You’ll find ways to identify when stress is having a negative impact on you and how to identify the symptoms of stress to prevent those adverse results in  the future.

• Discuss physical signs of prolonged stress
• Recognize sources of positive and negative stress
• Identify how stress impacts true priorities

Even though change is a fact of life, it often causes stress. During this module, you’ll gain an understanding of what change is, how people respond to it and how it can be embraced as an opportunity for growth and progress.

• Differentiate the impact of internal and external change
• Recognize the benefits of using knowledge and support to prepare for change
• Describe a technique for communicating change in uncomfortable situations

You’ll use the tools in this module to understand your reactions to stress. You’ll learn to focus on the areas that are deserving of the most attention, and you’ll discover how to address difficult situations with poise and restraint. 

• Identify areas of concern that you can impact and control
• Recognize tactics for effectively communicating urgency during intense situations
• Relate a technique for addressing others with assurance

Too much to do without the time or energy to get everything done? This module will uncover steps that can be taken to grow energy levels and apply motivation to increase momentum. You’ll learn tips and tricks for transforming chaos into momentum and gain insight into how habits are formed and how to reprogram bad habits for efficient results.

• Identify how personal motivators reflect professional values
• Recognize techniques to form productive habits
• Discuss techniques for high-stress periods

Relaxation can lead to improved mood, better decision making, stronger relationships and improved overall health. This module teaches you to take the time to manage personal stress levels and reap the professional and personal benefits.

• Describe the impact personal stress has on others
• Select a stress management technique to mitigate intense situations
• Identify warning signals to prevent burnout and self-sabotage

This module explores another way to beat stress with techniques and tools to curb negative self-talk and replace it with positive self-affirmations. You’ll learn to be less anxious by focusing on talents, skills and abilities to cultivate a more renewed vision for the future.

• Discuss techniques for turning negatives into positives
• Recognize a process for improving personal effectiveness and hardiness
• Define the success of a stressful incident