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    Change

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    To improve is to change, to be perfect is to changeoften.

    Change when you are still strong and when changeappears unnecessary, do not wait for the day when youhave no option but to change.

    Winston Churchill

    Jamshed J Irani

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    Organizational Change

    o Organizational change is the process by which organization move fromtheir present state to some desired future state to increase effectiveness.

    o

    When an organization system is disturbed by some internal or externalforces change frequently occur or any alteration which occur in theoverall work environment of an organization.

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    Characteristics of O.C.o Change happen for the pressure of both internal and external

    forces in the organization.o Change in any part of the organization affect the whole

    organization.o

    Change may affect people , structure, technology, and otherelement of the organization.o Change also affect the rate of speed and degree of

    significance of the organization.o Change may be reactive or proactive.

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    Change Forces

    INTERNAL FORCES

    Work forceManagerial

    personnelManagement

    structureAvoid

    developinginertia

    External Forces

    TechnologyMarketing

    conditionsSocial changesPolitical forces

    Changeforces

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    Internal Pressures for Change

    Work force

    Managerialpersonnel

    Avoid developinginertia

    Managementstructure

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    External Pressures for Change

    Technological advances

    Marketingconditions Socialchanges

    PoliticalForces

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    Mana-gerialAdvice

    Companies Responses to Pressures forGreen Policies and Practices

    Taking as it positive way:

    It create a healthy image in customers.It help in cost cutting.Energy saving in the office.Help in reducing carbon in environment.

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    Change Agentso A Persons in organization responsible for managing

    change activities.

    o Can be managers or non managers, current employees,newly hired employees or outside consultants.

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    Process of Planned Change

    Unfreezing

    Provide rationale forchange

    Create minor levels ofguilt/anxiety about notchanging

    Create sense of psychological safetyconcerning change

    Provide informationthat suspects proposedchanges

    Bring about actualshifts in behavior

    Implement newevaluation systems

    Implement new hiringand promotion systems

    Moving Refreezing

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    Speed of Change

    Cr i t e r i a t oC o n s i d e r

    Urgency

    Degree of support

    Amount and complexity of change

    Competitive environment

    Knowledge and skills available

    Financial and other resources

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    Resistance to Change

    OrganizationalResistance

    GroupResistance

    Effort to block newways of doing

    things

    IndividualResistance

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    Below are stated some reasons why people resists changes. Some ofthese appear to be rational or emotional. These reasons are:-

    o

    Economic factorso Habitso Insecurityo Lack of communicationo Extend of changeo Psychological factorso Social factors

    Individual Resistance

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    Group Resistance

    Most organizational changes have impact onformal groups in the organization the main

    reasonwhy the groups resists change is that theyfear that their cohesiveness or existence is

    threatened by it.

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    Organizational Resistance Organizational resistance means the change is resisted at the levelof the organization itself. Some organization are so designed thatthey resist new ideas, this is specifically true in case oforganization which are conservative in nature. Majority of the

    business firm are also resistance to changes. The major reason for

    organizational resistance are:-

    o Threat to powero Group inertiao Organizational structureo Threat to specializationo Resource constantso Sunk costs

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    Communication Highest priority andfirst strategy forchangeImproves urgency tochangeReduces uncertainty(fear of unknown)

    Problems -- timeconsuming and costly

    Minimizing Resistance to Change

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    Communication Provides newknowledge and skillsIncludes coaching andaction learning

    Helps break oldroutines and adoptnew rolesProblems -- potentiallytime consuming andcostly

    Training

    Minimizing Resistance to Change

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    Communication Increases ownership ofchangeHelps saving face andreducing fear of

    unknownIncludes task forces,search conferencesProblems -- time-consuming, potentialconflict

    Training

    EmployeeInvolvement

    Minimizing Resistance to Change

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    Communication When communication,training, andinvolvement do notresolve stress

    Potential benefits More motivation to change Less fear of unknown Fewer direct costs

    Problems -- time-consuming, expensive,doesnt help everyone

    Training

    EmployeeInvolvement

    StressManagement

    Minimizing Resistance to Change

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    Communication

    When people clearly losesomething and wontotherwise supportchangeInfluence by exchange--reduces direct costs

    Problems Expensive Increases compliance, not

    commitment

    Training

    EmployeeInvolvement

    StressManagement

    Negotiation

    Minimizing Resistance to Change

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    Communication

    When all else fails

    Assertive influenceFiring people -- radicalform of unlearning

    Problems Reduces trust May create more subtle

    resistance

    Training

    EmployeeInvolvement

    StressManagement

    Negotiation

    Coercion

    Minimizing Resistance to Change

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    Organization Development (OD)

    Planned changeLong range changeProblem solving

    Team buildingFeedback

    A planned, organization-wide, continuous process designedto improve communication, problem solving, and learningthrough the application of behavioral science knowledge

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    Basic Organization Development Model

    Diagnosis ofSituation

    Introduction ofinterventions

    ProgressMonitoring

    Feedback

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    Organization Development Interventions

    OrganizationDevelopment

    Structural TechniquesRelationship Techniques

    T-group Training

    Team BuildingSurvey Feedback

    Job RedesignManagement by Objectives

    Supplemental OrganizationalProcesses

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    Relationship Techniques

    T-group Training

    Team Building

    Survey Feedback

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    Structural Techniques

    Job Redesign

    Management By

    Objectives (MBO )

    SupplementalOrganizational

    Process

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    Personality

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    Definition & Meaning Personality is the sum total of ways in which an

    individual REACTS and INTERACTS with others. Combines of a set of physical and mental

    characteristics that reflect how a person looks, thinks,acts and feels.

    Predictable relationships are expected between peoples personalities and their behaviors.

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    What Determines The Personality?

    Heredity SituationEnvironment

    It also depends on religion beliefs , culture, place of upbringing,Physical Characteristics, Gender too.

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    Introvert (I)

    Type of SocialInteraction

    Extrovert (E)

    Intuitive (N)

    Preference forGathering Data

    Sensing (S)

    Thinking (T)

    Preference forDecision Making

    Feeling (F)

    Judgmental (J)

    Style ofDecision Making

    Perceptive (P)

    Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI)

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    IEExtroversion

    IntroversionTalkative,Sociable,

    Friendly andOutspoken

    Shy,Reserved

    and Quite

    Interest Orientation

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    S N

    Sensing

    IntuitionOrganised,

    Practical,

    Focus Detail.

    Less Regular,

    Unconscious,

    Focus BigPicture

    Perception

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    T F

    Thinking

    Reliability oflogical order cause and effect,

    Apathy

    Priorities based onpersonal

    importance and

    values, Sympathy

    Judgment

    Feeling

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    PJ

    Judgment

    PerceptionJudgingattitude Control of

    events andsystematicplanning

    Spontaneity Curious,awaiting

    events andadapting tothem,

    Flexible

    Environment Orientation

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    Big Five Model

    Extraversion Conscientiousness

    Agreeableness

    Emotional Stability

    Openness toExperience

    Personality

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    The degree to which an individual is outgoing and derives energyfrom being around people enjoys being around other people, iswarm to others, speaks up in group settings, maintains a vigorous

    pace, likes excitement, and is cheerful .

    Extraversion

    Purab Kholi

    Aamir Khan

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    The degree to which an individual is easygoing and tolerant believes in the honesty of others, is straightforward, is willing tohelp others, tends to yield under conflict, exhibits humility, andis sensitive to the feelings of others.

    Agreeableness

    Trusting,goodnatured,cooperative& softhearted

    Luke Kenny

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    The degree to which an individual seeks new experiences andthinks creatively about the future has a vivid imagination, hasan appreciation for art and beauty, values and respects self andothers, prefers variety to routine, has broad intellectual curiosity,and is open to re-examining closely held values.

    Openness To Exper ience

    Shahana Goswami

    Intellectual,

    imaginative,curious, broadminded

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    Conscientiouness

    Dependable, responsible,

    achievement oriented, persistent

    Farhan Akhtar

    KunalKapoor

    R.Madhavan

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    Personality Types I n An Organization

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    They like to control their environment by overcoming opposition to

    accomplish desired results. They enjoy moving people around in their favor.

    They are direct, forceful, impatient, and opinionated .

    They enjoy being in charge, making decisions, solving problems, and gettingthings done. They tend to thrive on power, prestige, and authority, and they can

    be extremely demanding. They also fear being taken advantage of by losingcontrol of a situation.

    When people of this style are negatively motivated, they can become defiant. They don't like being told what to do.

    For example, giving them work that involves dealing with lots of detail would be tedious and de-motivating.

    Dominant Personali ty:

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    People with this style try to shape the environment by influencing or persuadingothers to see things their way. They really enjoy being involved with people andgetting recognition.

    This highly social individual loves opportunities to verbalize thoughts, feelings,and ideas .

    When you negatively motivate people of this style, they can be indiscriminatelyimpulsive . When this happens, they may speak first and think later with littleregard for what they say and who might hear it.

    I nf luencing Personali ty:

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    The Steadiness behavioral type focuses on cooperating with others to carry out the

    task. These people are very much team players and cooperative group workers.

    They tend to be patient, loyal, and resistant to sudden changes in theirenvironment. They respond positively to group achievement recognition, sincereappreciation and predictable situations.

    When they get negatively motivated which is often caused by sudden, unplannedchanges that they see as high risk they can become stubborn or stern, moods usuallyexpressed in the form of passive resistance.

    This type of behavioral style responds very well to an atmosphere of cooperationrather than competition. Show sincere appreciation when it's earned

    Steady Personali ty:

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    People of this behavioral style appreciate opportunities for thorough, carefulplanning . They are critical thinkers who are sticklers for detail, They prefer tospend time analyzing a situation and, like the steadiness style, are slow to acceptsudden changes.

    When they are negatively motivated they may become cynical or overly critical.They will normally respond well to logical, well-thought-out, planned options.

    Your conversations with them will take longer because they'll probably have

    several questions. They'll also want to verify the quality and reliability ofinformation you give them.

    Conscientious Personali ty:

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    DEALING DIFFERENT PERSONALITY IN AN ORGANIZATION

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    Be clear, direct, and to the point when you interact.

    Avoid being too personal or talking too much about non-work items.

    Let them know what you expect of them. If you must direct them, provide choices that

    give them the opportunity to make decisions to satisfy their need to be "in control.

    Accept their need for variety and change. When possible, provide new challenges, as

    well as opportunities to direct the efforts of others.

    The High D person is motivated by personal control through direct communication.

    Compliment them for results they achieve.

    They are "bottom line" oriented. Ask them about their career plans and timetables for

    achieving success. Show how they can get results by helping you get results.

    Dominant Personali ty:

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    You'll need to communicate more with people of this style, and it'll often involve

    social interaction.

    Give them lots of your time.

    Compliment them.

    Ask about things going on in their lives outside of work.

    Let them share with you their goals at work and elsewhere.

    Link your objectives to their dreams and goals.

    I nf luencing Personali ty:

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    Acknowledge that their efforts help others.

    Provide opportunities for them to cooperate with others on the team to achieve desired

    results.

    Provide specific direction and offer assurances when necessary.

    When implementing change, be sure to lay out a systematic, step-by-step procedure and

    draw out their concerns and worries about the situation. They need to feel secure.

    Assure them that you've thought things through before initiating changes. Give them a plan

    to deal with problems when they occur.

    Steady Personali ty:

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    Opportunities to demonstrate their expertise.

    Plenty of details.

    Enough time to prepare for meetings properly.....especially if they have an item

    on the agenda to present.Situations where their systematic approach will contribute to long-term success.

    Conscientious Personali ty:

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    Personality Disorders

    Personality disorders are a type ofmental illnesses in which your waysof thinking, perceiving situationsand relating to others aredysfunctional.

    In general, having a personalitydisorder means you have a rigidand potentially self-destructive orself-denigrating pattern of thinkingand behaving no matter what thesituation.

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    HOW DO DISORDERS DEVELOP

    Research shows that most personality disorders are formed due to abuse,sexual and/or physical.

    Some experts believe that events occurring in early childhood exert a powerful influence upon behavior later in life. Others indicate that peopleare genetically predisposed to personality disorders. In some cases,however, environmental facts may cause a person who is alreadygenetically vulnerable to develop a personality disorder.

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    Different Clusters Of Personality Disorders

    Cluster A :Odd or eccentric behavior

    Cluster B :Dramatic, emotional or erratic behavior

    Cluster C: Anxious, fearful behavior

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    Antisocial Personality Disorder

    Borderline Personality Disorder

    Histrionic Personality Disorder

    Narcissistic Personality Disorder

    Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder

    Dependent Personality Disorder

    Avoidant Personality Disorder

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    Different Personality Disorders

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    O ti l P lit T

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    Occupational Personality Types

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    Hollands Personality -Job Fit Theory

    Type Personality Occupations

    Realistic

    Investigative

    Social

    Conventional

    Enterprising

    Artistic

    Shy, Stable, Practical

    Analytical, Independent

    Sociable, Cooperative

    Practical, Efficient

    Ambitious, Energetic

    Imaginative, Idealistic

    Mechanic, Farmer,Assembly-Line Worker

    Biologist, Economist,

    Mathematician

    Social Worker,Teacher, Counselor

    Accountant, ManagerBank Teller

    Lawyer, Salesperson

    Painter, Writer,Musician

    Person Job Fit

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    Stress

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    StreSSS

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    Contents

    Definition of stressSigns of stressStressors in organization Acute Episodic ChronicThe cognitive appraisal processBodily response of stressWorkplace factors causing stressStress management strategies

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    Definition of Stress

    Pressure from the environment,Strain within the person.Interaction between the situation and the

    individualPsychological and physical state thatresults when the resources of theindividual are not sufficient to cope withthe demands and pressures of thesituation.

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    Signs of stress

    Feelings (for example, anxiety, depression,irritability, fatigue),Behaviour (for example, being withdrawn,aggressive, tearful, unmotivated),Thinking (for example, difficulties ofconcentration and problem solving)Physical symptoms (for example,

    palpitations, nausea, headaches).

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    Stressors in organization

    Consider few situations You are fired a day before you become eligible to receive your

    retirement pension You find out that the company is about to eliminate your

    department

    Your boss tells you that you will not get raise this year

    Each situation involves external events that createsextreme demands on you called as stressors

    Stressors are classified as Acute Stressors Episodic Stressors Chronic Stressors

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    Acute StressorsIt comes from demands and pressures of the recent pastand anticipated demands and pressures of the near futureThese stressors bring sudden change that threatens usphysically of psychologicallyAcute stress is thrilling and exciting in small doses, but toomuch is exhaustingBecause it is short term, acute stress doesn't have enoughtime to do the extensive damage associated with long-termstress.

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    Episodic StressorsThere are those, however, who suffer acutestress frequentlyMultiple acute stressors in a series..Frequently observed in Type A personality

    A soldier A CEO

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    Chronic Stressors

    This is the grinding stress that wearspeople away day after day, year afteryear.Chronic stress destroys bodies, minds andlives

    An abusivehusband

    A bad boss

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    The Cognitive Appraisal Process

    If you are distressed by anything external, the painis not due to the thing itself, but to your estimate ofit.. Marcus Antonius

    Cognitive appraisal process is a judgment about the

    stressfulness of a situation based on yourcapabilities and capacities

    Ex. Writing a sales performance report can be aninteresting activity for a sales person who hasperformed well but can be stressful for someone whohas not performed well

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    Bodily Response to stress

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    Workplace factors causing stress

    Intrinsic to job

    Role in organization

    Career development

    Relationship at work

    Organizational structure and climate

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    Intrinsic to jobPoor physical working conditionsWork overloadTime pressuresPhysical danger, etc

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    Role in organization

    Role ambiguityRole conflictResponsibility for peopleConflicts re organizationalboundaries (internal andexternal), etc

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    Career development

    Lack of job securityOver promotionUnder promotionThwarted ambition etc

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    Relationship at work

    Poor relations with boss, subordinates orcolleaguesDifficulties in delegating responsibility, etc

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    Organizational structure and climate

    Little or no participation in decisionRestrictions on behavior (budgets, etc)Office politicsLack of effective consultationFinancial difficulties

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    The model of work related stress

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    Stress Management

    strategies

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    1 Avoid unnecessary stress

    Learn how to say no Know your limits and stick to them Taking on more than you can handle is a sure fire recipe for stress.

    Avoid people who stress you out limit the amount of time you spend with that person or end the relationship

    entirely.

    Take control of your environment If the evening news makes you anxious, turn the TV off. If traffics got you tense, take a longer but less -traveled route.

    Avoid hot-button topics If you get upset over religion or politics, cross them off your conversation list.

    Pare down your to-do list Analyze your schedule, responsibilities, and daily tasks. If youve got too much on your plate, distinguish between the shoulds and the

    musts.

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    2 Alter the situationExpress your feelings instead of bottling them up. If something or someone is bothering you, communicate your concerns in an

    open and respectful way.

    Be willing to compromise When you ask someone to change their behaviour, be willing to do the

    same. If you both are willing to bend at least a little, youll have a good chance of

    finding a happy middle ground.

    Be more assertive Dont take a backseat in your own life. Deal with problems head on, doing your best to anticipate and prevent

    them.

    Manage your time better Poor time management can cause a lot of stress. When youre stretched too thin and running behind, its hard to stay calm

    and focused. But if you plan ahead and make sure you dont overextendyourself, you can alter the amount of stress youre under.

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    3 Adapt to the stressorReframe problems.

    Try to view stressful situations from a more positive perspective. Rather than fuming about a traffic jam, look at it as an opportunity to pauseand regroup, listen to your favourite radio station, or enjoy some alone time.

    Look at the big picture Take perspective of the stressful situation. Ask yourself how important it will be in the long run. Will it matter in a

    month? A year? Is it really worth getting upset over? If the answer is no,focus your time and energy elsewhere

    Adjust your standards Perfectionism is a major source of avoidable stress. Stop setting yourself up for failure by demanding perfection. Set reasonable

    standards for yourself and others, and learn to be okay with good enough.

    Focus on the positive When stress is getting you down, take a moment to reflect on all the thingsyou appreciate in your life, including your own positive qualities and gifts.This simple strategy can help you keep things in perspective.

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    4 Accept the things you cant change Dont try to control the uncontrollable

    Many things in life are beyond our control particularly the behaviour of other people. Rather than stressing out over them, focus on the things you can control such as the

    way you choose to react to problems.

    Look for the upside As the saying goes, What doesnt kill us makes us stronger. When facing major challenges, try to look at them as opportunities for personal growth.

    Share your feelings. Talk to a trusted friend or make an appointment with a therapist. Expressing what youre going through can be very cathartic, even if theres nothing you

    can do to alter the stressful situation.

    Learn to forgive Accept the fact that we live in an imperfect world and that people make mistakes.

    Let go of anger and resentments. Free yourself from negative energy by forgiving andmoving on.

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    5 Make time for fun and relaxation

    Set aside relaxation time Include rest and relaxation in your daily schedule. Dont allow other obligations to encroach. This is your time to take

    a break from all responsibilities and recharge your batteries.

    Connect with others

    Spend time with positive people who enhance your life. A strong support system will buffer you from the negative effects ofstress.

    Do something you enjoy every day Make time for leisure activities that bring you joy, whether it be

    stargazing, playing the piano, or working on your bike.

    Keep your sense of humour This includes the ability to laugh at yourself. The act of laughing

    helps your body fight stress in a number of ways.

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    6 Adopt a healthy lifestyleReduce caffeine and sugar The temporary "highs" caffeine and sugar provide often end in with a

    crash in mood and energy. By reducing the amount of coffee, soft drinks, chocolate, and sugar

    snacks in your diet, youll feel more relaxed and youll sleep better

    Avoid alcohol, cigarettes, and drugs Self-medicating with alcohol or drugs may provide an easy escape from

    stress, but the relief is only temporary. Dont avoid or mask the issue at hand; deal with problems head on and

    with a clear mind.

    Get enough sleep Adequate sleep fuels your mind, as well as your body.Feeling tired will increase your stress because it may cause you to think

    irrationally .

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    Managing Stress

    3. Meditation4. Counseling-talk therapy-life coaching

    Body relaxation excercises-breathing techniques- guided imagery

    Physical exercise-yoga-work out routine

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