- Dan Randall, Managing Life's Stress, River Falls, WI
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STRESS Management Monthly Tip
January 2012
Fresh Start
Happy New Year! During and after the holidays, we seem to become overwhelmed with life in general. Not only have we just gone through the busiest season of the year because of the holidays, but for many who are in our nation’s work force, you have just gone through the dreaded month and year end reporting period. This is often the make it or break it time of the year for many. January and February doesn’t offer us a break from this hectic time. For many, it becomes even worse because it is at this time that all of the payments come due for those things purchased in the previous two months. Life comes at you from all directions. So what should we do?
First of all, step back, take a deep breath and take a fresh start approach. The key is not to try and fix everything all at the same time. Determine what it is that has you in turmoil and write it down. Your list might include financial issues, unfinished projects on the job, health issues or unique family matters to name only a few. Did I say write them down, well that’s what you should do.
Now get someone: a family member, a friend, or a professional to help you determine your priorities and then make your plan to address the #1 issue first. If you don’t make a plan, you’ll find yourself running around in circles and only making the situation worse. Once you get the first issue resolved, then move on to the next priority issue. You will be surprised at how quickly you can resolve even the most difficult issue you have and you’ll start to regain control over your life. Now good luck and get started.
Note: It is time for me to take some time off. So, there will be no February tip of the month. See you again in March. - Dan
