Beyond Surviving: Harnessing Self-Care for Strength During High-Stress Periods
About the Course:
We all recognize the importance of self-care, yet during intense workloads, high-stakes projects, or recurring busy cycles, it’s often the first thing we neglect. For many professionals, stress has been normalized as part of the job, leading to exhaustion, disengagement, and long-term health impacts.
This session provides a practical roadmap for managing stress, preventing burnout, and maintaining well-being during high-pressure periods. Participants will explore the science behind stress, understand its mental and physical effects, and learn realistic self-care techniques that can be integrated even in demanding work environments. Through mindfulness, intention setting, and stress management strategies, participants will leave equipped with tools to build resilience and sustain peak performance without sacrificing well-being.
Course Objective:
- Recognize the effects of stress and anxiety on the body and mind
- Understand the role of mental health and well-being in workplace performance
- Identify practical, adaptable self-care strategies for handling stress and preventing burnout
- Learn to proactively prepare for high-pressure periods instead of reacting to them
- Apply mindfulness and resilience-building techniques to manage stress effectively
Who is the Target Audience?
- Professionals in high-demand, deadline-driven roles
- Accountants, auditors, and finance professionals navigating busy seasons
- Team Leaders C Managers balancing performance and well-being
- HR professionals focused on workplace wellness
- Anyone looking to develop stress management and self-care strategies
Basic Knowledge:
- No prior knowledge required
Understanding Stress and Anxiety
- Differentiating between stress and anxiety recognizing their triggers and understanding their short-term and long-term effects.
The Impact of Workplace Stress
- Exploring common workplace stressors, their effects on mental and physical well-being, and why self-care is essential for resilience.
Workplace Wellness and Mental Health
- Examining the role of workplace wellness initiatives, strategies for work-life balance, and the benefits of prioritizing mental health.
Self-Care Fundamentals
- Practical strategies for managing stress, including nutrition, sleep, exercise, and mindfulness techniques to enhance well-being.
The REM 360© Framework
- Learning to regulate emotional responses through Real- Time Awareness©, Emotional Anchoring©, and Mindful Recovery© to stay grounded under pressure.
Mindfulness and Stress Management Techniques
- Breathing exercises, meditation, movement practices, and intention setting to build resilience and restore balance.