Support Systems and Stress Term Paper

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On top of it all I had exams to study for, classes to attend, and athletics practice too.

I don't usually use drugs or alcohol to deal with stress. While I was going through the move, however, I went out several nights with friends and drank. I got drunk a few times. It helped but only temporarily. When I woke up with a hangover it was just one more thing to worry about, and one more thing to distract me from taking the action that would resolve my situation. From the moving experience I learned that I have not handled stress as well as I could have and am now aware of what I can do to improve my ability to deal with stressful life events.
First, I need to expect the unexpected and remember that life will always throw punches. Second, I need to be able to address crises with calm. Getting worked up does not help me deal with problems and in fact only makes problems worse. Third, I can and will continue to rely on family and friends I trust as support systems, but without feeling guilty for it. If I practice these simple steps I can build the self-esteem necessary to respond to any stressful event with aplomb......

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