Stress Awareness Month: Tips For Managing Stress
Let’s be honest most people don’t wake up and think: “Wow, I’m really stressed today.”
It creeps in…it’s the constant notifications…the “just one more thing”
It’s replying to messages when you’re already drained…
It’s walking somewhere and realising you haven’t taken anything in…
It’s being surrounded by people and still feeling… on your own.
April marks Stress Awareness Month, recognising something that affects almost everyone, yet is often hidden in plain sight.
Stress doesn’t always look obvious, it can show up as:
feeling constantly “on edge”
struggling to switch off
disrupted sleep
irritability or overwhelm
withdrawing from others
And for a lot of people that’s just become normal - part of their everyday life.
The Reality of Stress in the UK
Stress is one of the most significant wellbeing challenges across the UK:
Around 74% of UK adults(3 in 4) have felt so stressed at some point that they felt overwhelmed or unable to cope
Work-related stress, anxiety and depression account for over 50% of all work-related ill health cases
Young people and women are disproportionately affected, often reporting higher levels of ongoing stress
Stress doesn’t just affect mental wellbeing, it impacts:
physical health
decision-making
confidence
sense of safety
how people engage with their environment
And yet, we’re still very good at:
brushing it off
carrying on
telling ourselves “it’s fine”, even when it’s not.
Why This Matters to imabi 🧡
We talk about safety a lot but safety isn’t just physical:
It’s emotional - how you feel walking somewhere
It’s psychological - whether you feel in control
It’s reassured - whether you feel like someone’s got your back
When stress is high, that feeling drops.
What helps, it’s:
knowing what’s going on around you
being able to reach someone quickly
having access to clear, simple information
feeling connected instead of isolated
That’s the gap we try to close - with support that actually fits into real life.
imabi’s 5 Practical Tips for Managing Stress
Stress can’t always be eliminated but it can be managed.
Here are practical tips that align with how imabi supports people every day:
🗣️ 1. Don’t Carry It Alone
✔ Talk to someone you trust
✔ Share how you’re feeling
✔ Use platforms that help you express concerns safely
👉 Your voice matters and being heard reduces pressure.
📍 2. Stay Connected to Your Environment
✔ Know and let others know where you are
✔ Understand your surroundings
✔ Access trusted information when you need it
👉 Clarity reduces anxiety.
🚶♀️ 3. Plan Ahead to Reduce Pressure
✔ Plan your journeys
✔ Know your routes and alternatives
✔ Avoid last-minute stress where possible
👉 Preparation creates confidence.
📲 4. Use Tools That Support You in Real Time
Having tools that:
provide information
enable quick communication
support connection
can make a real difference.
👉 Support should be accessible - not complicated.
🤝 5. Look Out for Others Too
✔ Check in on friends, colleagues or family
✔ Be aware of changes in behaviour
✔ Offer support without judgement
👉 Community reduces isolation.
Stay Supported & Connected
🧡 Download the FREE Travel Guardian app to stay safe, connected and informed
🗣️ Share your thoughts and experiences
📍 Access relevant information
🤝 Stay connected to people and support
