Recognising the signs and symptoms in others so that we are aware of how well others are coping will help managers manage better, supervisors supervise better, work colleagues work better together and family and friends to live in harmony. This guide to managing stress is aimed to help you and your family, friends and work colleagues to reduce distress, avoid the ugly side of stress and to enhance eustress.

Relationships should be treasured and nurtured

When a person feels appreciated, respected, loved and well supported they feel secure and their self-esteem will be high. It is high self-esteem that is paramount to an ability to deal with demands and pressures effectively. When self-esteem is high our potential for love is high and our potential for anger is low.

Interpret love and support in its broadest sense. This includes our intimate relationships with partners and family, as well as affection and respect between friends and also support at work with colleagues. So treasure and nurture your relationships. What you will gain from this is truly beyond words!