Increasing Debt Levels Reduce Self-Confidence

LONDON - www.SurvivingTheCreditCrunch.org.uk Launches New
Stress-Busting Page

We have all heard how confidence has been lost in the
financial markets as a result of recent events in the global banking sector,
but how is that affecting the confidence of the individuals who are having to
live with the consequences? As the recession deepens we are finding many
people are suffering from stress and loss of self-confidence.

Common themes and feelings include:

- A sense of failure
- Loss of control
- Feelings of insecurity and foreboding
- Defensive behaviour
- Anxiety and stress levels increased
- Loss of sleep
- Weight gain (comfort eating) men and women
- Increased alcohol consumption

Men and woman both cope very differently with issues
surrounding debt. Men have a tendency to hide away from their problems and
are far more likely to hide issues from their partners and family; they will
become very defensive and look for others to blame. Women are far more likely
to face the problem head on and will seek advice quicker than their male
counterparts; woman are better equipped to release their emotions, allowing
them to take faster, more positive steps towards resolution.

Quick Debt Stress-Busting Tips

1) If you find yourself becoming angry or upset you may find it
helpful to take time out, even if only for five minutes.

2) Try to identify the underlying causes of your stress. You may
need to review your whole lifestyle.

3) A healthy diet will help prevent you combat stress

4) Keep smoking and drinking to a minimum!

5) Take time to relax. Saying `I just can’t take the time off’ is
no use

6) Sleeping problems are common when you are stressed, but try to
ensure you get enough rest. Try not to take sleeping pills for longer
than a night or two.

7) One of the best antidotes for stress is enjoying yourself so try
to bring some fun into your life.

Try to keep things in proportion and don’t be too hard on
yourself. After all, we all have bad days.

9) Talk about your problems with friends and family, they will
often be able to offer great advice and support.

Source: www.SurvivingTheCreditCrunch.org.uk