No man is an island, or woman for that matter. We all thrive on having others in our lives. But, all of these relationships won’t be rosy. Here are some ways that you can handle relationship stress.
A relationship is a connection you have with another person. It can be a workplace relationship, family relationship, friend relationship or a romantic relationship. Each one is special and can be fraught with problems.
Workplace Relationships
Do you have a person on your job that seems to annoy the dickens out of you? Maybe they are always bragging about their performance or making comments about you behind your back. It can be irritating to have to work with someone like that for eight hours five days a week.
But, there is a bright side. You may not be able to control what they say or do, but you can control your response to them. Here are some pointers.
- Steer clear of them as much as possible – This is a clear case where avoidance is the best medicine. Unless you have to talk to them for work, say hello as you pass but leave it at that. As far as their comments, ignore them. If you are unconcerned by them, others will be too.
- Use a mediator – Your boss can step in when the situation gets to the point that their attitude disrupts your work. Express your concerns face to face and clear the air.
Family and Friend Relationships
You can’t choose your family but you can choose your friends. Even so, you can have disagreements that can drive a wedge between you if you let it. Divorce, money problems and pride can all create stress in your life. But, it doesn’t have to stay that way.
- Call a truce – It takes strength of character to wave the white flag first. Sit down and discuss where things went wrong. Maybe it is just a misunderstanding. Either way, hearing both sides can help you come to a compromise you both can live with, stress free.
- Face the truth – Realize that the situation is stressing you out and why. Be honest with yourself. If it is your fault, maybe you need to apologize. Resolve to get to the bottom of the problem to eliminate the stress in your life.
- Spend time apart – Maybe you both need time to cool off. Even with family, you are not cutting them out of your life, just taking time to de-stress and then face the situation with a clear head.
Romantic Relationships
These can be the hardest to handle when it comes to stressors. You love the person who is causing the stress. Your choices may be tough but you will feel better in the long run.
- Seek counseling – Sort out your differences with an objective third party. They can shed light on your situation.
- Take a deep breath – Before you respond to a comment in anger, think. Are you caught up in the moment? Is the comment worth fighting about? Responding in anger only causes more stress. Bring the conversation back to a calm level for both of you.
Is a relationship in your life causing your to feel tied up in knots? Learn to bring things down a notch and eliminate stress.
Ways to Handle Relationship Stress
No man is an island, or woman for that matter. We all thrive on having others in our lives. But, all of these relationships won’t be rosy. Here are some ways that you can handle relationship stress.
A relationship is a connection you have with another person. It can be a workplace relationship, family relationship, friend relationship or a romantic relationship. Each one is special and can be fraught with problems.
Workplace Relationships
Do you have a person on your job that seems to annoy the dickens out of you? Maybe they are always bragging about their performance or making comments about you behind your back. It can be irritating to have to work with someone like that for eight hours five days a week.
But, there is a bright side. You may not be able to control what they say or do, but you can control your response to them. Here are some pointers.
- Steer clear of them as much as possible – This is a clear case where avoidance is the best medicine. Unless you have to talk to them for work, say hello as you pass but leave it at that. As far as their comments, ignore them. If you are unconcerned by them, others will be too.
- Use a mediator – Your boss can step in when the situation gets to the point that their attitude disrupts your work. Express your concerns face to face and clear the air.
Family and Friend Relationships
You can’t choose your family but you can choose your friends. Even so, you can have disagreements that can drive a wedge between you if you let it. Divorce, money problems and pride can all create stress in your life. But, it doesn’t have to stay that way.
- Call a truce – It takes strength of character to wave the white flag first. Sit down and discuss where things went wrong. Maybe it is just a misunderstanding. Either way, hearing both sides can help you come to a compromise you both can live with, stress free.
- Face the truth – Realize that the situation is stressing you out and why. Be honest with yourself. If it is your fault, maybe you need to apologize. Resolve to get to the bottom of the problem to eliminate the stress in your life.
- Spend time apart – Maybe you both need time to cool off. Even with family, you are not cutting them out of your life, just taking time to de-stress and then face the situation with a clear head.
Romantic Relationships
These can be the hardest to handle when it comes to stressors. You love the person who is causing the stress. Your choices may be tough but you will feel better in the long run.
- Seek counseling – Sort out your differences with an objective third party. They can shed light on your situation.
- Take a deep breath – Before you respond to a comment in anger, think. Are you caught up in the moment? Is the comment worth fighting about? Responding in anger only causes more stress. Bring the conversation back to a calm level for both of you.
Is a relationship in your life causing your to feel tied up in knots? Learn to bring things down a notch and eliminate stress.