Discussion: Module 3: Managing Stress - Discussion

JG Voss-Blair, MSED-OTL
2015-01-23T16:45:04-07:00

Module 3: Managing Stress

Managing Stress with Breath

Discussion Forum

Outcomes

Assess your stress level

Practice a stress reduction technique

Discuss healthy strategies for coping with stress

Activities

1. Read Chapter 2 and section 7.14 from the Wellness Workbook.

2. Try at least two of the breathing exercises from the text:

1. The 3 breathing exercises on 31-32.

2. “I am Relaxed” on page 35.

3. “Cleaning House” on page 37.

4. “Breathing with Every Cell” on page 39.

Assessment

Answer the questions following in your Module Discussion Forum according to the criteria in the syllabus.

1. Tell us about the coping mechanisms you use to deal with stress or difficult emotions in your life. Which of your current techniques do you consider healthy? Which do you consider unhealthy?0022000

2. Discuss what stood out for you from completing the “Mind-Body Connection” activity. How might these physical manifestations of stress affect you long-term? How might you use the information to better manage your stress.

3. Which breathing exercises did you try? Describe your experience.

4. Look at the suggestions for managing stress under Well-Thinking on pages 179-180. Discuss some new techniques you might want to try in the future. You can also find ideas here: http://www.helpguide.org/topics/stress.htm

5. Looking at section 2.8 of the chapter, discuss how you achieve and maintain your own state of “Inner Peace.”

Criteria

For maximum points, your posts must follow the discussion criteria outlined in the syllabus.