stress mgmt in the real estate business by johann paul gregory

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Stress Management in the Real Estate Businessby Author, Speaker & Senior REN Johann Paul Gregory (MBA)

http://www.themalaymailonline.com/malaysia/article/depression-on-the-rise-as-malaysians-burn-out-from-stress-expert-warns

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Depression on the rise as Malaysians burn out from stress, expert warns

PETALING JAYA, March 24 — Depression will be a major mental health illness Malaysians will suffer from by 2020.Malaysian Psychiatric Association president Prof Dr Nor Zuraida Zainal said this was because more people are expected to experience increased stress due to work and family pressure.

“Most people find it hard to deal with the problems they face at work and cannot handle the stress.“It is harder when an individual faces problems from family members and do not receive emotional support,” she said yesterday in conjunction with Depression Awareness Day.

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“There are higher chances of people keeping their thoughts and emotions to themselves when they do not find a way to vent out their frustrations.”Research done by the association on the prevalence of depression among Malaysians showed a 50 per cent increase in depressed patients from 2011 to 2015.

The National Health and Morbidity Survey last year indicated 29 per cent of Malaysians had depression and anxiety disorder compared to 12 per cent in 2011.“The increasing statistics is extremely alarming as it is equivalent to one third of the population,” she said.

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Dr Zuraida also warned burnout was a condition that should not be taken lightly as it could lead to depression.“More often, people ignore their mental conditions as they blame it on stress. Burnout will eventually make an individual feel emotional due to the overwhelming stress,” she said.

Among the tell-tale signs for depression are continuously feeling sad, weight loss, consistently having negative thoughts, insomnia, delusions and alcohol or drug addiction.

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She said people who have more than two of the tell-tale signs for more than three weeks are at risk at being “critically burned out” to having depression.Dr Zuraida said people with depression should not be stigmatised as people experience it at some phase of their lives adding this is what was keeping people from seeking help.

Some of the measures one could take to prevent depression and anxiety is to exercise consistently for four to five weeks, sleep at least eight hours a day and avoid social media platforms such as WhatsApp at least 45 minutes before going to bed.

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She said society needs to address the illness and develop preventive strategies and effective programmes in managing the mental well-being of an individual.“This illness can be cured if a person comes forward and is open to solutions such as counselling,” she said adding medication was prescribed only if a person’s condition worsened.University Malaya Medical Centre psychiatry department head Prof Dr. Ahmad Hatim Sulaiman said depression and anxiety were treatable if detected early.He said besides medication, one could also treat the illness with psychotherapy treatment and electroconvulsive treatment.

“The treatments for depression has evolved with technology. But these treatments will not be futile if patients are afraid to seek treatment,”he said.

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https://www.apa.org/helpcenter/stress.aspx

Reducing your stress levels can not only make you feel better right now, but may also protect your health long-term.

In one study, researchers examined the association between “positive affect” — feelings like happiness, joy, contentment and enthusiasm — and the development of coronary heart disease over a decade.6 They found that for every one-point increase in positive affect on a five-point scale, the rate of heart disease dropped by 22 percent.

While the study doesn't prove that increasing positive affect decreases cardiovascular risks, the researchers recommend boosting your positive affect by making a little time for enjoyable activities every day.

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Other strategies for reducing stress include: Identify what's causing stress. Monitor your state of mind throughout

the day. If you feel stressed, write down the cause, your thoughts and your mood. Once you know what's bothering you, develop a plan for addressing it. That might mean setting more reasonable expectations for yourself and others or asking for help with household responsibilities, job assignments or other tasks. List all your commitments, assess your priorities and then eliminate any tasks that are not absolutely essential.

Build strong relationships. Relationships can be a source of stress.

Research has found that negative, hostile reactions with your spouse cause immediate changes in stress-sensitive hormones, for example.7 But relationships can also serve as stress buffers. Reach out to family members or close friends and let them know you're having a tough time. They may be able to offer practical assistance and support, useful ideas or just a fresh perspective as you begin to tackle whatever's causing your stress.

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Walk away when you're angry. Before you react, take time to regroup by counting to 10. Then reconsider. Walking or other physical activities can also help you work off steam. Plus, exercise increases the production of endorphins, your body's natural mood-booster. Commit to a daily walk or other form of exercise — a small step that can make a big difference in reducing stress levels.

Rest your mind. According to APA's 2012 Stress in America survey, stress keeps more than 40 percent of adults lying awake at night. To help ensure you get the recommended seven or eight hours of shut-eye, cut back on caffeine, remove distractions such as television or computers from your bedroom and go to bed at the same time each night. Research shows that activities like yoga and relaxation exercises not only help reduce stress, but also boost immune functioning.8

Get help. If you continue to feel overwhelmed, consult with a psychologist or other licensed mental health professional who can help you learn how to manage stress effectively. He or she can help you identify situations or behaviors

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Symptoms of StressPhysical symptoms of stress include: • Low energy. • Headaches. • Upset stomach, including diarrhoea,

constipation and nausea. • Aches, pains, and tense muscles. • Chest pain and rapid heartbeat. • Insomnia. • Frequent colds and infections. • Loss of sexual desire and/or ability.

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Top 10 Most Stressful Jobs by CareerCast1. Firefighter Stress score: 110.936 Hours per day: 11 Time pressure: Very high Competition: Low 2. Corporate Executive (senior)Stress score: 108.625 Hours per day: 11 Time pressure: High Competition: High 3. Taxi DriverStress score: 100.491 Hours per day: 9.5 Time pressure: Moderate Competition: Moderate 4. SurgeonStress score: 99.463 Hours per day: 11 Time pressure: Moderate Competition: High 5. Police Officer Stress score: 93.893 Hours per day: 9.5

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Top 10 Most Stressful Jobs6. Commercial PilotStress score: 85.350 Hours per day: 9 Time pressure: Moderate Competition: Low 7. Highway Patrol Officer Stress score: 80.651 Hours per day: 9.5 Time pressure: Moderate Competition: Low 8. Public Relations Officer Stress score: 78.523 Hours per day: 9 Time pressure: High Competition: Very High 9. Advertising Account Executive Stress score: 74.555 Hours per day: 9.5 Time pressure: Moderate Competition: Very High 10. Real Estate AgentStress score: 73.063 Hours per Day: 9.5

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how to de-stress...

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Go for holiday! Plan for your yearly holiday and work

towards it! Get as much professional fees

(commission) by closing more deals (rentals and sales)

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Go for massage

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Go for shopping

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Smile more

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Spending time with your own family

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Spending time with your second family which is your company…

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Facial Expression

ABC & XYZ success concept by Johann Paul GregoryActionBig goal Consistent

“X cuses” Yo-yo Zzz

Successful

Unsuccessful

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Definition of Vision:

!Act of faculty of seeing (pemerhatian)

!Power of discerning future (masa hadapan) conditions

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1300 pax

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Be free and earn higher fees through happier closing process

Stress Management in the Real Estate Businessby Author, Speaker & Senior REN Johann Paul Gregory (MBA)