Light Up the Mic Podcast
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Financial Stress Got You Down? Here Are Some Tips to Get Back Up
Are you stressed? In this episode, host Kembala shares some practical and effective stress management techniques to help you get some relief. She also discusses the state of Financial Stress in America today. And how it negatively impacts your mental health.
Just in time for #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth - This episode emphasizes the need for managing stress, having a positive outlook and some actionable steps you can take to help improve your mental well-being and financial health.
Kembala highlights five effective and practical tips for managing stress, including relaxation techniques, the power of your mindset, practicing gratitude, self-care strategies, and the importance of seeking help (if needed).
Key Takeaways
· Money is a leading cause of stress for many Americans.
· Over 80% of adults are stressed about money.
· Deep breathing, meditation and stretching can help reduce stress.
· Your mindset is crucial for managing both finances and life.
· Positive self-talk can take the limits off and lift you up.
· Gratitude journaling can help us reflect on the positive.
· Self-care includes physical activity and healthy eating too.
· Laughter can be a great stress reliever.
· Asking for help and finding the support you need to start feeling better.
· Focus on what you can control regarding finances.
Resources:
- Fortune magazine article on Financial Stress
- Deep Breathing Exercises
- Stretching for Stress Relief
- Mayo Clinic on Meditation
- "Get Your Money Right" book by Kembala Evans
- Thinking Poem by Walter D. Wintle
- Hawkins Family Downsized article
- “How to Stop Worrying and Start Living” book by Dale Carnegie
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