Discover the Root Cause of Your Stress for Lasting Relief
I am a big fan of chiropractic care. Over the years, I’ve benefitted immensely from the adjustments provided by skilled chiropractors. However, beyond the personal relief, there's a crucial reason I support chiropractic care: chiropractors look for the root cause of a problem. Rather than simply prescribing aspirin or ibuprofen to soothe pain, they seek to identify and fix the underlying issue, thereby eliminating the need for painkillers.
Don't get me wrong, I take those OTC medications when I need them. But if I can address a problem directly, I'm all for it.
But Lisa, you might be asking, what does a chiropractor have to do with communication? Or stress, clarity, or confidence for that matter?
In last week’s message, I talked about a former client who learned to connect differently with her boss. She was a storyteller, while he was agenda-driven and task-oriented. Stories weren’t his thing.
Backing up to earlier in our coaching relationship, one of the reasons she first sought my services was to learn new ways to lower her stress.
There are many valuable ways to help yourself when you’re experiencing stress. You might get a massage, have coffee with a friend ,take a nap , go for a hike ,or get a pedicure/manicure . Maybe it’s baking or reading . These activities can definitely help reduce your feelings of stress and facilitate relaxation. However, just like ibuprofen for pain, if the core issue isn’t addressed, you may find the stress rapidly returning.
When you are experiencing stress, go for the massage, coffee, or reading experience. But first, ask yourself, “What is causing my stress?” and “Is there an issue I need to address?” Fix the issue, then the massage becomes a bonus, not a short-term distraction.
My client discovered she could reduce her stress when she looked at what was causing it. In her case, it was how she was relating to others, both in the workplace and with her family. Once she learned new skills for interacting with different personalities, her relationships improved, and her stress levels decreased. In the process, she built her confidence.
Take a moment this week to identify the root cause of your stress. Address it head-on and watch how your stress-reducing activities turn from mere distractions into truly enjoyable experiences.
You just might discover a confidence boost as well.
Effective communication is 20% what you know and 80% how you feel about what you know. ~ Jim Rohn