Stress Management

About the program

This one-day workshop is designed to equip participants with the skills and knowledge to effectively manage stress and build resilience.

Through evidence-based concepts, interactive activities, and practical tools, participants will learn to identify the sources and symptoms of stress, distinguish between stress and depression, and understand how emotions influence behaviour and decision-making at work.

The program aims to help individuals transform stress into strength and maintain a balanced, productive life.

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Learning Objectives

Define

Define stress and identify its common symptoms.

Understand

Understand the causes of stress and learn effective ways to manage it.

Recognize

Recognize specific sources of stress in the workplace and their impact on employees.

Understand

Understand the outcomes of unmanaged stress on health and productivity.

Apply

Apply stress management techniques in organizational settings.

Comprehend

Comprehend the role of emotions in shaping attitudes and behaviours at work.

Differentiate

Differentiate between stress and depression.

Understand

Understand how emotions can influence perceptions of ethical behaviour.

Program Outline

Understanding Stress and Its Impact

Overview: Introduction to the concept of stress, its symptoms, and its effects on health and productivity.
Topics Covered:
Definition of stress and common symptoms (physical, emotional, and behavioural).
The science of stress: The fight-or-flight response.
Positive and negative aspects of stress.

Activity: “Stress Symptom Self-Assessment” – Participants complete a self-assessment to identify their personal stress symptoms and discuss in small groups.

Causes of Stress and Coping Strategies

Overview: Exploring common causes of stress and strategies for coping, with a focus on workplace stressors
Topics Covered:
Internal vs. external stressors.
Workplace stressors: workload, role ambiguity, interpersonal conflicts.
Coping mechanisms: problem-focused vs. emotion-focused strategies.
Mindfulness and relaxation techniques.

Activity: “Stress Source Mapping” – Participants identify sources of stress in their work environment and brainstorm strategies to manage them.

Managing Stress and Emotions at Work

Overview: Understanding how to manage stress in an organizational context and the role of emotions in shaping behaviour.
Topics Covered:
Stress management techniques for the workplace.
The role of emotional intelligence in managing stress.
How emotions influence decision-making and perceptions of ethical behaviour.
Difference between stress and depression.

Activity: “Emotion Mapping Exercise” – Participants reflect on how different emotions influence their attitudes and behaviors at work and discuss strategies for managing emotions effectively.

Resilience and Action Planning

Overview: Building resilience and developing an action plan to manage stress and promote well-being.
Topics Covered:
Key principles of resilience.
Strategies for building personal and organizational resilience.
Developing a personal resilience action plan.

Reflection and Action Plan

Overview: Reflecting on key learnings and committing to action.
Activity: “Commitment to Resilience” – Participants share one commitment they will make to implement their resilience plan in their daily lives.

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