The COLI Academy, the academic arm of the Cope and Live Mental Health Awareness Foundation (CALMHAF), has called for proper stress management to promote healthier lives among Nigerians.
The Executive Director of COLI Academy, Rev. Chukwudiebube Nwachukwu, made the statement on Monday in Enugu at the conclusion of the COLI Academy Basic Stress Management Course.
The course featured contributions from a medical doctor, a detective, an entrepreneur, a banker, a broadcaster, young mental health advocates, and volunteers from CALMHAF.
Nwachukwu said the programme highlighted the urgent need for effective stress management in today’s fast-paced socio-economic environment.
“Participants leave with a comprehensive toolkit, including the stress awareness wheel, tracking techniques, the Stress Bucket Technique, and relaxation and cognitive restructuring methods,” he said.
He added that the course also covered time management strategies, stress-busting techniques, and a self-care checklist. “These tools empower individuals to identify triggers, manage stress in real-time, and build sustainable habits for daily life,” Nwachukwu said.
He noted that mastering these techniques not only improves mental and physical health but also enhances relationships, boosts productivity, and equips participants to become mental health advocates within their families and communities.
The accredited certificate awarded at the end of the course also adds professional credibility, enhancing career prospects and personal growth, he said.
Attendees praised the course for its practical impact. Mr. Okechukwu Etuka, a bank staff, said the training would help him manage demanding customer interactions, reducing stress for both himself and clients.
Similarly, Ms. Ophilia Alete, an On-Air Personality in Enugu, said the course would help her manage her lifestyle and professional duties while maintaining health balance. “All I have learnt has changed my perception and the way I relate with others, helping me reduce stress triggers and avoid unnecessary conflicts during my programmes,” she said.
