Moving Forward with Personal Stress Management Goals

Moving Forward with Personal Stress Management Goals Student’s Name Institutional Affiliation Course Instructor Date Moving Forward with Personal Stress Management Goals Three most important things learned in the course One of the things I learned is that stress can add a spice to life if well-managed (Olpin & Hesson, 2021). The idea that an ideal world does not have stress is just a myth and can be misleading. Therefore, it is important not to be too scared or worried about encountering stress in life. I also learned that social situations are different and that there is no “correct” way to handle them (Ravenscraft, 2020). This particular aspect stood out to me since I have in the past struggled with managing different social situations, often finding myself feeling out of place or not fitting in. The challenges I have experienced managing social situations have often stressed me in the past. Lastly, I also learned that stress and depression often go together and that they can cause significant problems for students ("Self-critical perfectionism can cause students to spiral into depression," 2020). It is important to remain vigilant to potential causes of stress and depression as a student to ensure I do not experience challenges coping. 2 stress-reduction techniques Meditation and breathing exercises are two stress-reduction te...