vielife's BuildResilience lifestyle management programme

Coping well with whatever life brings. Whether it is a big thing, a little thing or just too many things, stress is an undeniable part of all of our lives. Learning more about stress, its impact on our health and wellness, and coping strategies, can all lead to improved resilience. The BuildResilience programme is just one of the lifestyle management programmes that are available through vielife. The six-step online programme is highly personalised and will show you how to take control and focus on the sources of stress in your life. With a focus on behaviours rather than situations, the programme is sure to help you increase resilience to pressure and provide you with tools to fight the negative effects of stress.   Features and tools » 6 weekly steps and easy to read chapters  A rich article library on stress Interactive tools: diary and online trackers Weekly behaviour change exercises, challenges, polls and quizzes Weekly email reminders  Printable PDFs for each step to read on the go

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• When you encounter a stressful condition, your body releases ‘stress hormones’ that kick start your body, increasing your heart rate, releasing energy stores and raising blood pressure. These hormones can also dampen your immune system, making you more susceptible to colds
• Exercise has been shown to reduce feelings of stress, and it releases hormones that make you feel great 
• Breathing exercises are another fantastic way of taking a much needed pause to make you feel more in control 
• When you catch yourself beginning to think negatively there are a number of different tricks you can use to see a situation in a more positive light. People who question their negative thinking are more likely to form positive relationships with others, set realistic goals and be more open to experiences
• Having a support network has been shown to help people feel less stressed and more on top of things. Evidence even shows that having a support network can help you sleep better at night! Talk to someone - it’s an important way of identifying how you’re feeling, and exploring possible routes of action

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