Stress management techniques: our current guide
What this page said
The page accepted that stress is unavoidable but said it can be managed more effectively. It said the institute taught people to be more aware of the mind/body connection and of their ability to limit the impact of stress, with the relaxation response as the foundation and a variety of techniques so patients could choose what suits them.
The section promised practical, easy-to-follow ways to build relaxation practice into daily life, with a noticeable improvement in mood, sleep and well-being, while noting that the information was most beneficial within the institute's own programs.
Key points from the original
- The relaxation response was the base for all stress management teaching.
- Several techniques were taught so people could choose.
- Promised gains in mood, sleep and well-being.
Pages in this section
Relieving Holiday StressThe Relieving Holiday Stress page archived from mbmi.org: tips for families from the director of the Calm Mother, Happy Child program./basics/mstress_rhs.aspCombat Job StressThe Combat Job Stress page archived from mbmi.org: a list of workplace coping tips, many of which were later reused in the 38 Stress Busters./basics/mstress_cjs.aspMindfulnessThe Mindfulness page archived from mbmi.org: the institute's definition and ten simple ways to practise mindfulness through an ordinary day./basics/mstress_m.aspRelax Your Body at WorkThe Relax Your Body at Work page archived from mbmi.org: seated stretches for feet, legs, arms and hands that fit in an office./basics/mstress_raw.aspRelax in a HurryThe Relax in a Hurry page archived from mbmi.org: mini-relaxation exercises and the diaphragmatic breathing method behind them./basics/mstress_riah.aspResiliencyThe Resiliency page archived from mbmi.org: the institute's essay on responding to hardship and everyday stress with meaning and a new normal./basics/mstress_res.aspFor the Boston Sports FanThe Boston Sports Fan stress page archived from mbmi.org: breathing, neck and shoulder stretches and other relaxation tips for tense moments in a…/basics/mstress_srt.asp38 Stress BustersThe 38 Stress Busters list archived from mbmi.org: practical daily tips on routine, work, rest, support and perspective./basics/mstress_sb.aspFor Students and EducatorsThe Students and Educators page archived from mbmi.org: classroom relaxation exercises from the Education Initiative, including guided imagery./basics/mstress_fsae.aspStress Warning SignalsThe Stress Warning Signals page archived from mbmi.org: the negative stress cycle and a self-check for early signs of stress./basics/mstress_sws.asp