The first step to overcoming stress and feeling more relaxed is understanding why we become stressed in the first place. In this session, Dr. Catherine will discuss how stress affects the body and mind. She will explain the difference between acute and chronic stress as well the various signs and symptoms of stress. As you become more aware of the experiences, people and circumstances that are causing you to stress you can start to implement stress reducing habits and practices. The session will end with a progressive muscle relaxation exercise which will have you feeling instantly more calm, balanced and relaxed.

Stress is a natural byproduct of living a busy life in a modern world but struggling with stress does not need to define your life. We all experience stress in different ways so identifying your own personal stress triggers is key to better stress management. In this session, Dr. Catherine will discuss how you can identify your stress triggers and the key components of a stress management plan including better time management, organization, exercise, sleep and proper nutrition. She will end the session with a simple breathing exercise which you can do at work or at home to feel instantly more present, calm and relaxed.

In order to make long-term change, we need to commit to daily practices that will allow us to clear our minds, feel more in control, and adopt a more positive, capable outlook. Changing our patterns of behavior can feel challenging at first but there are a few ways you can make it easier. In this session, Dr. Catherine will discuss how we can better manage stress long-term by learning to become more decisive, streamlining our schedules, decluttering our environments and becoming more focused on our physical health and wellbeing. The session will conclude with a guided 'Peaceful Place' visualization that you can practice whenever you start to feel anxious or tense.