Coping with Stress

Dialogue: Coping with Stress Erin: Dad! What on earth are you doing? Dad: I’m meditating. Erin: All right. Who are you and what have you done with my dad? Dad: No, I’m serious. I’m doing yoga. It helps me relax. Erin: When did you start doing that? Dad: Last week. I’ve been feeling stressed out and my blood pressure is really high. So I went to the doctor. Erin: I see. And what did the doctor say? Dad: The doctor told me that if I didn’t manage my stress levels, I could suffer some serious health consequences. Erin: Like what? Dad: Depression, anxiety, heart disease…you name it. Erin: So what are you going to do? Dad: I’ve made some lifestyle changes: I’m exercising, eating healthier, trying to be more sociable, and finding time to relax. Audio File plus Handouts Listening Handout (PDF Version) Listening Handout (MS Doc Version) Related Resources: