Resilience Part 5: Stress at work_3

 

Resilience Part 5: Stress at work_3

 

…. Continuation


Take time to recharge. To avoid the negative effects and burnout, we need time to replenish and return to our pre-stress level of functioning. This recovery process requires “switching off” from work by having periods of time when you are neither engaging in work-related activities nor thinking about work.

That's why it's critical that you disconnect from time to time. Don't let your vacation days go to waste. When possible, take time off to relax and unwind, so you come back to work feeling reinvigorated and ready to perform at your best. When you're not able to take time off, get a quick boost by turning off your smartphone and focusing your attention on non-work activities for a while.

 

Learn how to relax. Techniques such as meditation or deep breathing exercises can help melt away
stress. Start by taking a few minutes each day to focus on a simple activity like breathing, walking or enjoying a meal. The skill of being able to focus purposefully on a single activity without distraction will get stronger with practice and you'll find that you can apply it to many different situations of your life.

 

 

 Talk to your supervisor. Start by having an open conversation with your supervisor. The purpose of this is to establish a way clarifying what's expected of you, getting necessary resources or support from colleagues. Try enriching your job to include more challenging or meaningful tasks,  or making changes to your physical workspace to make it more comfortable and reduce strain.


 






Get some support. Get some support. Although sometimes can be difficult because we think we are strong enough, accepting help from trusted friends and family members can improve your ability to manage stress.

 


 


We need to accept we are stressed and identify what is causing it then you can take steps to manage it.



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