The PCSB Wellness Team invites you to Stress Less

with Professional Development

The Nature of Stress

Stress is an inevitable part of life and has been present in different flavors since the beginning of time. In fact, some stress is essential for survival. Good stress, or eustress, helps us get going. However, chronic accumulation of stressors leads to distress... unhealthy coping mechanisms... and 80% of all illnesses. This page is designed to help employees:

  • Understand the nature of stress
  • Recognize the toll stress takes on your body and mind
  • Learn how to control stress in the short and long term
  • Become more resilient against stressors

Self Assessments

Stress Less Techniques

Financial Wellness

PCSB Wellness Communities

A friendly forum where PCSB employees can collaborate and share concerns and solutions about health related topics. Find someone with whom to exercise-- a Fitness Pal-- discuss issues related to diabetes, weight management, tobacco cessation, stress, financial matters and share your personal success stories. Social support is a proven method for positive change and reinforcement of health behaviors.

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