CAPACITY BUILDING

 WORKSHOP FOR STRESS MANAGEMENT 

The Workshop on Stress Management, organized by Kerala University College of Teacher Education, Nedumangad, was held on 21st June 2025 via Google Meet, with Dr. Shinudas S., Consultant Psychologist and CEO of Insight Mind Solutions Pvt. Ltd., as the resource person. 

The session offered deep insights into the psychological, sociological, and biomedical aspects of stress, highlighting symptoms like fear, anxiety, and body responses. Drawing from both modern theories like General Adaptation Syndrome and traditional Indian practices from Ayurveda and yoga, the workshop emphasized how stress is an inevitable part of life, especially in marriage, academics, and teaching. Participants were introduced to various coping mechanisms such as psychometric tools, laughter therapy, gibberish language, and music therapy. Five key principles—Distance, Divine connection, proper sleep, exercise, breathing, and positive thinking—were shared as essential for stress management. The session concluded with reflections on supporting sensitive students and promoting empathy in teaching, leaving participants motivated to handle stress positively in both personal and professional life.