1
Understanding Pressure and Stress Mechanisms
- Definitions of pressure and stress
- Distinguishing between symptoms, causes, and consequences
- Adaptation strategies and the concept of "coping"
Hands-on work
Analyzing real-life situations (e.g. videos) and mapping stress factors
2
Evaluating Personal Stress
- Recognizing the effects of pressure on mind and body
- Psychological reactions and behavioral patterns
- Identifying personal stress triggers and warning signs
- Leaving the comfort zone and understanding resistance to change
Hands-on work
Self-diagnosis of stress levels
3
Managing Stress with Emotional Intelligence
- Understanding emotional “fears” and triggers
- Identifying and reshaping stressful thought patterns
- Building self-control and modifying emotional habits
- Analyzing destabilizing behaviors and disarming emotions
Hands-on work
Emotional intelligence self-assessment
4
Turning Stress into Positive Energy
- Physical and mental relaxation techniques (breathing, posture, visualization)
- Communicating to prevent stress escalation
- Enhancing active listening to maintain calm interactions
Hands-on work
Hands-on training in physical and mental relaxation methods
5
Using Assertiveness to Alleviate Pressure
- The five resource dimensions of assertiveness
- Understanding personal interaction styles and self-perception
- Navigating comfort, risk, and panic zones
Hands-on work
Assertiveness self-assessment and personal barriers identification
6
Minimizing Stress Impact
- Combining assertiveness with adaptability
- Balancing self-respect and respect for others
- Neutralizing negative thoughts
- Practical tools to reinforce assertive posture
Role-playing
Role-playing based on real-life challenges
7
Designing a Personalized Action Plan
- Identifying strategies to manage stress proactively
- Embedding stress transformation techniques into daily routines
Hands-on work
Creating and anchoring a personalized operational plan