Week 5 Challenge: Reduce Your Stress

Stress is everywhere and is one of the biggest barriers in many peoples' lives. No matter when and why it occurs, stress can zap your energy, affect your mood, and make you feel unmotivated. Because stress can affect you mentally, emotionally, and physically - it is especially important to learn how to manage your stress level for this Challenge. Remember, stress is something you can work to manage and overcome!

Go to Week 5 - Challenge Tracker to track your progress.

Your Action Items This Week

  • Start using the stress management tips given this week.
  • Begin a journal and write in it each day.
  • Find out your stress level by using the Stress Score worksheet.
  • Keep track of stress you experience using the My Stress Diary worksheet.
  • Review Emotional Eating Diary worksheet.
  • See if your Employee Assistance Program at work offers stress management resources.

Quick Tips

1. When creating your I Can! Challenge goals, keep them S.M.A.R.T.
2. Stay motivated!
Learn more about these quick tips