Rosacea Review

Winter 2002

• FEATURE: Research Grants Awarded to Study Common but Little-Known Disorder
• FEATURE: ASDS Offers Safety Tips for Procedures
• FEATURE: Rosacea Patients Suffer Many Signs and Symptoms, Survey Finds
• FEATURE: Rosacea Affects Skin of Color
• Q & A: Answers to Readers' Questions
• TIPS: Managing Stress
• SUCCESS STORIES: She Finds Her Best Strategy Is to Stay Cool!

Tips for Managing Life's Daily Stress

Daily life can be filled with tension and urgent pressures. For many, this everyday stress is a leading trigger for rosacea flare-ups. Try these techniques suggested by experts and patients to reduce stress and help keep rosacea in check.

• Take five and meditate. Even for five minutes a day, completely disengaging your thoughts from all worries can help manage your stress. Try to find a quiet, comfortable place and fend off all distractions. Concentrate on a simple word or phrase for the duration.
  
• Imagination station. Peace and tranquility can be found by closing your eyes and mentally putting yourself in a calm setting. Slowly breathe in and then exhale to release daily tensions.
  
• Don't worry, be happy. Make time each night to write all your worries in a journal. Each time during the day you feel a nagging concern, push it aside knowing you will address it later.
  
• Find a hobby. Focus your attention on something you enjoy doing. This can enhance your mental, emotional and physical well-being.
  
• Get a pet. Dogs and cats make wonderful companions and give unconditional love. This can be very relaxing and therapeutic.
  
• Free time. Allow yourself "time off" from your daily roles and escape the "pressure cooker." Allow yourself time each day to do something fun.