Work should be enjoyable. As the saying attributed to the philosopher Confucius goes, “choose a job you love and you will never work a day in your life.” While this is a nice sentiment, 5 Ways to Stress Less at Work it does not always play out this way. Even if you have your dream job, there will still be days you have too much to handle, leaving you feeling overwhelmed. In this week’s weekly wrap, we share ways to avoid stressing at work and what to do if your plate gets too full.
U.S. News
Being more mindful of yourself and your work environment is a good place to start when trying to reduce stress.. This begins as soon as you get up. Instead of reading your email first thing, spend some time in quiet relaxation and reflection. It could make all the difference in your day.
6 Ways to Avoid Work Stress Every Day
Huffington Post
This article offers several tips on how to remove stress from your day. Have you ever considered laughing? By finding things to laugh about, you’ll focus your energy on positive, rather than negative. Read a blog post from our archives about incorporating humor into your communications strategy.
6 ways a boss can reduce stress at work
The Irish Times
So far we’ve discussed how you can reduce stress for yourself, but what if you are a manager? What can you do to help your team? Start by gathering your team together and determining your purpose. Think about the ways your team helps the company in ways other teams can’t. Once you’ve figured out your purpose, or your “why,” you’ll be able to refocus your energies on what’s important, making everyone feel valued and a valuable part of the team. Check out our post about finding your “why” and how to lead a purposeful life.
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