Coping and stress
I use an exercise that enhances my coping ability. I place myself in the longest line at the banck, grocery store, etc and create useful ways to utilize the wait time.
kelly,
You are an amazing person. This is usually what creates stress for most people. It is a great way to develop your skills with tolerance. Good for you!
Dr. Gary Carlson
Kelly, that would drive me nuts. I get in the shortest line, jockey from lane to lane etc... Unfortunately these actions usually create stress since the line or lanes I pick slow down once I get in them. Only when my stress hits a certain point do I deal with it. Usually starting with breathing. Low levels of stress I don't usually deal with, they work out.
Dave,
I once had a Highway Patrolmen tell me that if I am a hast driver and lane change plus speed that we actually save about five minutes to our destination. When we are hurried and stress it is a moment where we leave ourselves more vulnerable.
Dr. Gary Carlson
