When you experience mental and physical stress from your cancer treatment, concerns about the future, or feelings of helplessness, you need to first identify at least one source of that stress in which you can control. For instance, you may realize that you have very few conversations with people about positive hopes or goals you have for the future. A lack of a perceived positive future can elevate stress and anxiety and drain your mental and physical energy.One solution may be to set a goal for yourself to talk with a family member or friend once a day about something positive you want to achieve in the future, and about the experiences you have trying to achieve it. Your goal can be as small as painting a watercolor or as big as traveling to Paris some day. The more control you feel and experience over a source of your stress, the more you can reduce it and establish a more positive foundation for recovery and growth.The following video from watchmojo.com provides you with a basic introduction to the good and bad aspects of stress. After watching it, please share with others how you effectively manage your stress by posting a comment.
