Welcome to week 2 of the Programme. This week, we will help you identify the areas of your home life that you’re most stressed out about, and provide you with tailored techniques to successfully manage them. Just like week 1, it’s not homework, but rather small adjustments to your lifestyle. We hope you'll find it useful!
Step 1: Find out what's causing you stress at home
To find a well-suited strategy to help you manage stress, let's first have a look at which aspect of your private life is giving you the most pressure. Once you find an answer, download week 2's programme for proven techniques to eliminate your stressor. A happy, stress-free home awaits!
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Question 1
Sometimes, I get stressed out when I meet my parents, in-laws or extended family because…
A) They always ask my spouse and me for money or financial support.
B) I’m concerned about their health or their living situation.
C) My spouse and I feel pressured to improve our relationships with our parents and extended families.
Pick One
Question 2
Sometimes, I get stressed out about bringing up my children because…
A) I feel that taking good care of their education and well-being is very expensive.
B) I find it hard to connect with my children, because their interests are so different from mine.
C) I often have disagreements with my spouse or other family members on what’s best for the children.
Pick One
Question 3
Going out with the family on weekends can be stressful because…
A) I always end up paying for dinner and other activities.
B) I have no idea how to control my children’s rowdy behaviour in public.
C) My spouse and I don’t get to spend enough quality time with each other.
Pick One
Question 4
Sometimes, I get stressed out about family vacations because…
A) Planning a holiday that is both family-friendly and within budget is hard.
B) I worry about who’s going to take care of my elderly relatives while I’m away.
C) I end up arguing with my family members during the holiday.
Pick One
Question 5
I spend a lot of time at work, and I feel stressed when I return home because…
A) I worry that I’m not making enough money to support my family as well as I want.
B) I’m concerned that I’m not spending enough time with my family.
C) I feel like work and family is taking up all of my time, and I don’t get to spend any time with my friends.
Pick One
Question 6
Sometimes, I get stressed out about my children’s education because…
A) I want my children to have access to the best schools or universities, but it’s very expensive.
B) I want my children to not just succeed academically, but to also have a balanced life with plenty of time for friends, sports and hobbies.
Pick One
Question 6
Sometimes, family reunions stress me out because…
A) I am under a lot of pressure to meet the expectations of my extended family.
B) I can get involved in heated discussions with my family about various topics and issues.
Pick One
Question 6
Sometimes, I am stressed out about special occasions such as birthdays or anniversaries because…
A) I really want the occasion to be a good time, but the presents and food tend to be pricey.
B) I’m unsure if my partner will like what I have planned for his/her special occasion.
Pick One
Quiz Result
Result is A
You are THE MONEY MINDER
So you’re worried about the family’s financial matters – but you’re not alone in this! According to a 2009 survey by Reader’s Digest, 55% of the respondents in Singapore named money as their main source of stress. We all deal with monthly bills and juggling the family’s basic expenses can be a tricky act, but that doesn’t mean you need to be buried beneath all those numbers.
Download week 2 – Make your home a happy, stress-free place and turn to page 2. You’ll find a comprehensive step-by-step strategy to dealing with this particular stressor at home. (Take again)
Please note that this does not replace medical or other professional advice. For full Terms and Conditions, please click here.
Endorsed by: Glenn Graves, Psychologist at Counselling Perspective
Quiz Result
Result is B
You are THE FAMILY SUPERVISOR
The family unit forms the core of your life and brings you much joy and happiness. But family – whether it’s your parents’ health or your children’s progress in school – can also be sources of stress. Try drawing up a daily or weekly routine to see how different components, such as your children, parents and in-laws, fit into the bigger scheme of things. By creating and then following your own schedule, you can take control of your stressors.
Download week 2 – Make your home a happy, stress-free place and turn to page 2. You will find a comprehensive step-by-step strategy to dealing with this particular stressor at home. (Try again)
Please note that this does not replace medical or other professional advice. For full Terms and Conditions, please click here.
Endorsed by: Glenn Graves, Psychologist at Counselling Perspective
Quiz Result
Result is C
You are THE RELATIONSHIP MANAGER
Handling relationships is tricky. You want to build and maintain a strong bond with each and every family member, but you’re often pressed for time. Open communication and support for one another are key. Schedule some quality time alone together and make sure that other commitments like work do not get in the way. Having a healthy relationship with members of your family can help you weather many stressors in life!
Download week 2 – Make your home a happy, stress-free place and turn to page 2. You’ll find a comprehensive step-by-step strategy to dealing with this particular stressor at home. (Try again)
Please note that this does not replace medical or other professional advice. For full Terms and Conditions, please click here.
Endorsed by: Glenn Graves, Psychologist at Counselling Perspective
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