Stress Management Application

Situation: You have a packed schedule, and just as you're about to leave home, you spill coffee on your clothes. Now you're running late, and frustration is building. Which technique would best help you reset and focus?

• Take a few deep breaths and remind yourself that while being late isn’t ideal, you can still handle the rest of your day effectively.

• Skip breakfast and rush out the door to make up for lost time — you’ll feel better once you’re back on schedule.

• Mentally rehearse your morning routine step-by-step so you can identify what went wrong and avoid it in the future.

You’ve been studying for hours, and now you’re feeling mentally drained and unable to concentrate. Which technique would best help you recharge?

• Take a 10-minute break for light movement or fresh air, then return to your work.

• Switch to an easier task, like reviewing notes or organizing materials, to stay productive without overexerting yourself.

• Power through for 30 more minutes — you’re tired, but stopping now might make it harder to regain focus later.

Situation: You’re having a heated disagreement with a friend, and emotions are running high. You feel frustrated and on the verge of saying something you might regret. Which technique would best help you respond calmly?

• Suggest pausing the conversation to reflect, then revisit it when you’re both calmer.

• Stay quiet and let your friend vent — sometimes listening without interrupting is the best way to defuse tension.

• Repeat what your friend said back to them in your own words to show you’re listening, even if you disagree.

Which technique would best help you manage stress and regain balance?

• Prioritize the most urgent tasks, then schedule a short break to recharge before tackling the rest.

• Push through the exhaustion—momentum is important, and taking breaks might make it harder to restart.

• Write down everything you’ve done today to remind yourself that you are making progress, even if it doesn’t feel like it.

You receive an unexpected critical email from your boss, and your heart starts racing. You immediately feel defensive and want to respond right away. Which technique would best help you manage your reaction?

• Step away from your computer for a few minutes, take deep breaths, and return with a clear head before replying.

• Write out a strong response to defend yourself but hold off on sending it for 30 minutes to see if you still feel the same.

• Read the email carefully and try to separate constructive feedback from personal emotions before deciding how to respond.