087: The Unique Impact of Stress on Men and Women and What You Can Do

Let's talk about stress. Men and women both experience stress and get rid of stress very differently from one another. Neither of this is good or bad, but as a business owner it is important to be aware of some of the subtle differences between the two genders when they're stressed out. Research shows that about 8 in 10 U.S. employees are stressed out about their jobs, so how can you give your staff the tools they need to help them get rid of stress? Find out more, on this week's episode.   Key Takeaways: [4:15] There is such a thing as positive stress. [6:15] Some stress makes you feel alive, and some stress sucks the life out of you. [7:00] How do men and women stress differently? [11:15] How are these common stressors relevant to business owners? [14:25] About 8 in 10 U.S. employees are stressed about their jobs. [16:15] Watching TV was the number one stress reliever for both men and women. [21:15] Women are more likely than men to focus on their negative emotional state. [24:00] Women are also twice as likely as men to suffer from stress-related psychiatric disorders. [24:30] Men are three times more likely than women to suffer from drug and alcohol abuse. [27:25] How can women and men release stress? [28:30] It's far more likely that women are going to be more overwhelmed than men. [32:30] Men tend to have more of a flight or flight response to stress whereas women will try to talk through a conflict. [35:55] How can people minimize their stress? [40:00] Remember, it is what it is. Cut yourself some slack. [44:15] Mindfluence challenge of the week.   Mentioned in This Episode: www.mindfluencerevolution.com The Mindfluence YOUniverse Free Webinar by Mindfluence Revolution Email Mindfluence: [email protected] Schedule a free call: www.meetme.so/mindfluencerevolution Email Dr. Norton: [email protected]