Fun fact:  Extension can be stressful.

I know- you’re shocked!  Dismayed perhaps.  The reality is some of the stress is very real, and some is really self-driven.  I guess what I’m trying to say is- folks, sometimes we just do these things to ourselves.

Check out this April 2001 Journal of Extension Article: Removing the Tension from Extension for some great thoughts on self- and stress-management.  Some of my favorites include:

•  Develop hobbies away from extension.
• Take responsibility for your own destiny and develop the skills you need (Saying, “no one taught me how to….” is not an excuse).
• Is it not possible to continually pursuing new projects without discontinuing some old ones.
• It is not possible to know it all.
• LISTEN!

The article is a fast read, and has some great advice.  What are your favorite suggestions?