Question

Please identify your top three sources of stress. Discuss your coping strategies and explain whether they are helpful in managing the stress in your life. Explain why or why not. Please relate what you write to the textbook or Power Point material on Stress and Coping.

Your responses must be at least 2 paragraphs in length (1 paragraph = 5 sentences).

Instructions:

Make your initial post by 23:59 EST Sunday of Week 6 (6/17).
Grading Rubric

Your assignment will be graded according to the grading rubric:

1. Respond to all parts of the discussion question (10 points).

2. Response is at least 2 paragraphs in length (5 points).

3. Response has proper grammar and spelling (5 points).

Answer 1

One of the most important stressor for me is my exams and assignments for which I have made a daily, weekly, monthly and term wise organiser that helps me in touch with the programmes and timely completion. The second biggest stressor is my financial management which I handle it by not spending the money lavishly and buy only the necessary items and saving on the luxury items. The third most stressor is my engagement with my friends. I try to avoid lots of party time thus keeping myself away. I engage myself in physical exercise which helps me refresh myself and gives me a reason to avoid party times with more alcohol influence. Apart from these regular coping strategies, I also motivate myself through self-talk and keep reminding me about the importance of sticking to the plan.