Back at work, Palin vents a bit over campaign criticism - the latest heading in the local language newspaper. Continued stress and pressure are bound to be the order of the day for Sarah. This will continue for some time.
If you look at the research on stress levels of politicians, you will have to read Cary Cooper's research. He says that within six months there are significantly elevated stress levels for politicians. Before Sarah failed in her vice president race I was predicting her levels of stress.
The stress markers that are usually reported for new politicians include the usual symptoms. Loss of confidence is one of the interesting ones. It is not unusual that politicians under stress have problems sleeping, eat and drink too much, they lose motivation and they show evidence of constant strain.
Adapting to the role of Governor on her return after a failed election campaign nationally will provide additional stresses and challenges. She doesn't have to deal with all the new issues that might occur at the national level - that is true. But she does have to pick up the reins of governorship of Alaska.
There is no doubt that Sarah is an outstanding campaigner. As governor, she promoted the notion that she is bipartisan. Her recent campaign activities could not support such a contention and trying to build fences could be stressful for her.
In today's paper it was reported that she was asked how she could rebuild bipartisan relationships now that she is back in Alaska. The front page also highlights two different legal views of her role in Troopergate. There is no doubt that the opposition in government will be questioning her husband role in government, travel expenses for her children and ethics issues.
The biggest stress is likely to be post-campaign dumping. Already we see 'unnamed McCain staffers' leveling claims at here. They said that she did not know Africa was a continent. They criticized her Republican party funded shopping spree. She reduced staffers to tears with her attitude and demands. We will never know if these are true or not and, of course, Sarah should not give dignity to these criticisms whether they are founded or baseless.
Because so many people were interested in Sarah as president in 2012, she will be the target for some significant interest, criticism, and even scapegoating. Her family support, a strong sense of purpose, her values and even her ambition will provide stress buffers for the days ahead. It is certain that she has the personal strength and resources to manage and relieve any future stress. - 16955
If you look at the research on stress levels of politicians, you will have to read Cary Cooper's research. He says that within six months there are significantly elevated stress levels for politicians. Before Sarah failed in her vice president race I was predicting her levels of stress.
The stress markers that are usually reported for new politicians include the usual symptoms. Loss of confidence is one of the interesting ones. It is not unusual that politicians under stress have problems sleeping, eat and drink too much, they lose motivation and they show evidence of constant strain.
Adapting to the role of Governor on her return after a failed election campaign nationally will provide additional stresses and challenges. She doesn't have to deal with all the new issues that might occur at the national level - that is true. But she does have to pick up the reins of governorship of Alaska.
There is no doubt that Sarah is an outstanding campaigner. As governor, she promoted the notion that she is bipartisan. Her recent campaign activities could not support such a contention and trying to build fences could be stressful for her.
In today's paper it was reported that she was asked how she could rebuild bipartisan relationships now that she is back in Alaska. The front page also highlights two different legal views of her role in Troopergate. There is no doubt that the opposition in government will be questioning her husband role in government, travel expenses for her children and ethics issues.
The biggest stress is likely to be post-campaign dumping. Already we see 'unnamed McCain staffers' leveling claims at here. They said that she did not know Africa was a continent. They criticized her Republican party funded shopping spree. She reduced staffers to tears with her attitude and demands. We will never know if these are true or not and, of course, Sarah should not give dignity to these criticisms whether they are founded or baseless.
Because so many people were interested in Sarah as president in 2012, she will be the target for some significant interest, criticism, and even scapegoating. Her family support, a strong sense of purpose, her values and even her ambition will provide stress buffers for the days ahead. It is certain that she has the personal strength and resources to manage and relieve any future stress. - 16955
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