MANAGING STRESS AT THE HOLIDAYS

Association of Staff and Faculty WomenDecember 6, 2011

Presented byOhio State Employee Assistance Program

Lisa M. Borelli LISW

What are your priorities ?

• What is important ?

• Make lists

• Talk with supportive people

Perfection

• Do your best

• Use kindness

• Allow for changes

• Be flexible

Plan Rest Periods

Alone time

20 minute rest

Daily planner

Emotional Health

• Mindfulness• Empathy• Curiosity• Ability to say “no”• Avoid overdoing• Supportive people

Nutrition

• Stress eating• Have a plan• Salt, sugar and fat• Food and mood• Stay hydrated• Limit alcohol use

Relaxation Exercises

• Breathing

• Mindfulness

• One a day

• Mini relaxation

Thoughts and Expectations

• Identify negative thinking

• Expectations differ

• Collaborate

• Flexibility

Exercise

• Walking and stretching

• Get fresh air

• Playful activities

• Exercise in your usual manner

Spending

• Plan ahead

• Make budgets

• Create gifts

• Agree not to overspend

• Set limits

• Be flexible

Review and Closing

Ohio State Employee Assistance Program

Lisa M. Borelli LISW614-292-1709

www.osuhealthplan.com/OhioStateEap