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TIME AND STRESS MANAGEMENT

TIME MANAGEMENT
Time as a resource
Time is a resource because is a scarce commodity

It is saved, spent, and allocated to get something desired.

Time management
To manage time effectively so that the right time is allocated to the
right activity.
 it is a process of organising, planning and controlling how much
time to spend on specific tasks or activities
Why do we need TM?
To improve decision making
When we have time we make thoughtful decisions, avoid rushing and
achieve better outcome

To reduce stress


To avoid last minute rushes and stress form missed deadlines

 Pursue more opportunities


Saving time open up space for new projects, learning and growth

 To increase our work output


It allows an individual to accomplish more task within the same period
hence reaching goals faster

 maintain better health


It allows rest, exercise and self care of which contribute to better mental
and physical well being
Effective use of time/ Time management techniques

Save large blocks of time ( like 1 to 3 hours) for tasks which can be
done more effectively without interruptions.
• This reduces the time required for warm ups or organisation and for
clean up at the end
• Cluster activities that can be done together or in sequence during
one block time . For example preparing noon meal, baking and
washing kitchen cupboards
Effective use of time/ Time management techniques
 Protect your time
• Do not allow interruptions or destructions during a demanding activity.
• Control tour time by telling people when you will be free and available
• Schedule most difficult tasked in the time of day when you are alert and can achieve most

 Choose what to do / prioritise your activities


• Learn to say no to some jobs you are asked to do in order to meet your priorities
• Remember you’re a, B, C priorities reflect on them and the needs of your family and
community.

 Organise your activities


• Tools need to be stored nearby. They need to be placed and kept in their place as it reduces
confusion
• Control clutter in your work place buy putting things in their right place
Effective use of time/ Time management techniques
Delegation of responsibilities or share the work
• Know the interest, skills and abilities of family members.
• Teach children what to do so that they can share in the total work load

 Do it know
• Putting off a job that needs to be done is called procrastination. It is a
time waster.
• Make a list of reminders
• See your own deadline
• If a job is big or difficult, divide it into pieces
• Cultivate a do it now attitude
Steps of time management
Cost your time
Making activity log
Goal setting
Planning
Prioritizing
Scheduling
STRESS
The physical, mental or emotional response to external pressure or
life demands that are perceived challenging or overwhelming.
 Types

1. Acute stress
• Short term stress that arise from immediate pressure or situation

2. Chronic
• occurs when stress persist over along period of time often due to on
going problems. It can have serious negative effects on physical and
mental health.
General adaptation model of stress
MANAGEMENT OF STRESS
 Laughter
• Adopting a humorous view towards life’s situations e.g. watching
comedy
 Getting a hobby
• An activity that is undertaken for pleasure or relaxation in leisure time e.g.
cooking
 Deep breathing
• Expansion of abdomen rather than the chest when breathing
 Autogenic training
• Repeating a set of visualization that induce a state of relaxation e.g.
sitting meditations.

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