The Pressure of It All ...Changes Thank God!

Pressure is a force exerted on an object.  Unfortunately that object we feel pressure painfully applied to is often  on ourselves. Procrastination leads to increased pressure.  We pressure ourselves to get our research paper completed, be good parents, get educated, get to work on time, and pay our bills.  If things run smoothly, we feel great.  If we are behind or the task seem insurmountable, we don't.  Some people seem to handle pressure fine.  Others, have their moments.  Pressure makes us perform and often be productive.  When does pressure become stress.  When we become compulsive or overwhelmed.  How does our attitude reflect how we handle pressure?  I think attitude makes the world of difference.  This coming from someone who occasionally handles the pressure poorly.  But I try, and am constantly learning new tricks.  Foremost, I think you need to know yourself.  How do I perform best?  Knowing your limitations help.  I find it extremely annoying when others tell you how make things work repeatedly, when you know things don't work the same for everyone.  Find what works best for you and follow a plan.  Don't put pressure on yourself to reach unattainable goals.  Prioritizing helps manage pressure.  And at the end of the day, know that tomorrow is another day.  I have started asking myself situation will make a difference in 6 months from now.  Usually the answer is "No!"  Things have a way of working out for themselves.  Just stay focused, set up priorities, and be good to yourself and those you love.  The pressure you feel tomorrow with be different from next year.  Save your blood pressure, your attitude, and your mind.