Stress and Physical/Mental Issues | Origin: ED145
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Stress Reduction and Management for Educators --> Stress and Physical/Mental Issues
Post what you've learned about this topic and how you intend to apply it. Feel free to post questions and comments too.
I learned that it is important to exercise regularly and unplug when you can. Staying off social media helps tremendously with stress.
Excellent content to remember during stressful times
I'm realizing that I used to be much more efficient at dealing with stress. Now, with everything that I have going on it is too easy to push exercise or nutrition or any of the other methods of reducing stress to the side because I am "too busy". I will really be working to recognize it, slow down and start incorporating these things back into my life.
Understanding and Managing Stress in Education
This module has broadened my awareness of stress, revealing its complexity and the various forms it can take. Before, I primarily viewed stress as harmful, but I now recognize that certain types can actually be beneficial, fostering resilience and motivation. Additionally, I was surprised to learn how widespread stress is, particularly in educational environments, and how it deeply affects physical, cognitive, and emotional well-being over time.
The insight into the long-term consequences of unrelieved stress—especially its impact on workplace morale—was particularly eye-opening. As educators, we navigate high-pressure situations daily, and understanding how chronic stress influences both personal and professional environments is crucial for fostering a healthy work culture.
Moving forward, I plan to implement more effective coping strategies to manage stress and, importantly, model these techniques for my students. By demonstrating mindfulness practices, encouraging self-care, and fostering open conversations about emotional well-being, I aim to create a supportive learning space. Equipping students with healthy stress-management skills early on will empower them to handle challenges with resilience, ultimately benefiting their academic and personal growth.
It is important as instructors to manage our stress so that it doesn't manifest in physical illness or pain. I like the different techniques that can be suggested to students. Nursing school is very stressful and they need to develop healthy coping skills.
Keeping active and good nutrition are key factors to keep away stress
The module tells us that stress can be acute or chronic. Acute stress can be handled in a short period of time, but with chronic stress, more intervention is needed to prevent long term complications e.g., mental physical and otherwise.
I learned that exercising on a regular basis can reduce stress. I will apply this by getting a gym membership.
I have Had to learn to deal with a large amount of strees in my lifetime. This was a great review.
I have learn that stress can be acute or chronic. Stress could also positive and some affects health negatively. There are many factors of stress and when a person understands the root cause, there are ways to manage stress. A couple of ways to manage stress is get enough sleep and be kind to one self.
I have not heard of progressive muscle relaxing but it makes sense. I think it might be helpful for students with anxiety before tests.
As with most adults, I tend to have a lot on my plate; I beleive it's important to regularly take time and slow down, put yourself in a relaxing environment, and find something that brings you joy to offset the stress built up throughout the workweek.
It's important to manage stress, as it can have long lasting physical effects on your body
We have to be supportive of our students during stressful times. We also need to be kind to ourselves as we navigate stress responses
Stop, take time, quit going and going and going. Say no.
Self care is so important for everyone. Take time to do something every day to help relieve stress, exercise, rest and good nutrition are a good start.
I will ask students at the end of the class tell relate their positive experiences
Stress management is essential to health and well-being. We must develop strategies to overcome stress to function in everyday life whether it be at school or work. Teachers can provide guidance and get students some help to cope with their stress.
Through this module, I've learned that stress significantly impacts both physical and mental health, leading to issues like hypertension, weakened immune response, anxiety, and depression. Chronic stress can exacerbate pre-existing conditions and hinder recovery. I've adopted strategies such as mindfulness meditation, regular physical exercise, and effective time management to mitigate these effects. By applying these techniques, I aim to maintain a balanced lifestyle, enhance my resilience to stress, and promote overall well-being, ultimately improving my capacity to handle challenges personally and professionally.
