Positive statements encourage us and help us cope through distressing times. We can say these encouraging words to ourselves, and be our own personal coach.
This leaflet is designed to help you understand what stress is, inform you as to why is it important to be able to relax when you have chronic pain and provide some relaxation exercises for you to try.
This booklet will tell you more about stress, and help you to see if stress is a problem for you. It makes simple suggestions about how to manage stress and what other help maybe available.