Welcome to the Stress Management workshop. Positive and negative stress is a constant influence on all of our lives. The trick is to maximize the positive stress and to minimize the negative stress. This workshop will give participants a three-option method for addressing any stressful situation, as well as a toolbox of personal skills, including using routines, relaxation techniques, and a stress log system.

INTRODUCTION
Course Objectives

MODULE 1
Understanding Stress
What is Stress?
What is Eustress?
Understanding the Triple "A" Approach
Knowledge Check

MODULE 2
Creating a Stress-Reducing Lifestyle
Eating Properly
Exercising Regularly
Sleeping Well
Knowledge Check

MODULE 3
Altering the Situation
The First A
Identifying Appropriate Situations
Creating Effective Actions
Knowledge Check

MODULE 4
Avoiding the Situation
The Second A
Identifying Appropriate Situations
Creating Effective Actions
Knowledge Check

MODULE 5
Accepting the Situation
The Third A
Identifying Appropriate Situations
Creating Effective Actions
Knowledge Check

MODULE 6
Using Routines to Reduce Stress
Planning Meals
Organizing Chores
Using a To-Do List
Knowledge Check

MODULE 7
Environmental Relaxation Techniques
Finding a Sanctuary
Using Music
Seeing the Humor
Knowledge Check

MODULE 8
Physical Relaxation Techniques
Soothing Stretches
Deep Breathing
Tensing and Relaxing
Meditation
Knowledge Check

MODULE 9
Coping With Major Events
Establishing a Support System
Creating a Plan
Knowing When to Seek Help
Knowledge Check

MODULE 10
Our Challenge to You
Creating a Stress Log
Week One: Recording Events
Week Two: Identifying Stressors and Creating a Plan
Week Three: Creating New Habits
Reviewing and Evaluating
Knowledge Check

ASSESSMENT
Post Test

WRAPPING UP
Course Summary