Focusing on the Problem
Taking direct action to solve a problem is often the fastest way to reduce stress. This works best when you are dealing with a specific and solvable problem or situation, rather than unfocused anxiety and stress or something out of your control.
Focusing on your Emotions Stress is not just a function of what’s happening to us or around us. It is also the result of what’s happening inside us. How you react to your thoughts and feelings plays a major role in whether or not you experience a situation as stressful.
Finding Support Turning to others who can help solve a problem is one of the most helpful coping skills. It’s a boost for the emotions and can also help with a specific stressor. Research shows that girls tend to use the social support strategy more naturally than boys, who are more inclined to use avoidant strategies.
Perspective Finding meaning can help you change the way you view a situation. This is the most helpful coping skill for unsolvable problems, or problems you can't control. Trying to see the positive or meaningful aspects of a difficult situation can change the way we feel about it.
Tap into your Soul For many people, this form of coping involves an organized religion, being outside, being active, or doing things for other people.
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