Consistently focusing on the negative side of an issue can greatly contribute to stress. When thinking this way, physical changes take place in the body’s chemistry increasing stress levels and affecting performance and well-being. This session will help you understand the ways in which this seemingly automatic negative thinking occurs, recognize its typical manifestations, and develop a process for tackling negative thoughts effectively.
Learning Objectives:
At the end of this session, you will be able to:
- Define the term stress whirlpool.
- Understand how negative thoughts work and impact the body.
- Develop a strategy for combating negative thoughts and increasing their positive outlook.
Tues, Sept 30
1–2 pm
Abby D139
Facilitator:
Cheryl Vincoff, Shepell∙fgi
Audience:
All employees
Register: To sign up or for more information, contact Amanda van Tilborg at amanda.vantilborg@ufv.ca
09/30/2014