Learning new hobbies and skills helps break routine and reduce stress. Taking breaks while working is essential for mental health. Positive thinking and gratitude improve mood and reduce stress. Listening to music helps combat negative emotions
Broken heart syndrome can cause physical symptoms like chest pain and irregular heartbeat. Healing takes time and effort, not just immediate reaction. Broken heart syndrome can be triggered by stress hormones
Five main types: problem-focused, emotion-focused, religious, meaning-making, and social support. Problem-focused helps change situations, emotion-focused helps manage feelings. Healthy coping should calm stress without avoiding the issue
Self-control is the ability to regulate responses and achieve goals. Impulse control manages urges, emotional control regulates responses, movement control manages body movement. Self-control is a limited resource that can be depleted
Emotions are programmed responses shaped by evolution. Basic emotions include anger, disgust, fear, happiness, sadness, and surprise. Evolution selected for both positive and negative emotions
Reach out to friend via normal communication channels. Avoid stressful times and give them space before talking. Consider if silence is accidental or intentional