FIND RELIEF FROM STRESS -Pursue a Balanced Lifestyle

"Better is a handful of rest than two handfuls of hard work and chasing after the wind." - ECCLESIASTES 4:6.

Meaning: Workaholics can deprive themselves of the benefits of their "two handfuls of hard work." They may have no time or energy left to enjoy what they worked for.

. Have a realistic view of work and money. More money does not mean more happiness or less stress.  In fact, the opposite can be true.  "The plenty belonging to the rich one does not permit him to sleep," says Ecclesiastes 5:12.  So try to live within your means.

. Make time to relax. You relieve stress when you do things you enjoy.  However, passive recreation, such as watching TV may not help.

. Keep  Technology in its place. Avoid constantly checking email, texts, or social media sites.  Unless circumstances require it, do not check work-related email outside of working hours. 

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