My work is stressful--I must admit that!With the changing lifestyle, demands and pressures at work, I find it harder than ever to cope with challenges on the job--which I bet many people can relate with as well! Both the stress I take with me when I go to work and the stress that awaits me on the job are on the rise – and employers and subordinates all feel the added pressures!As I reflect on my job--I soon realized that the nature of my work is changing at whirlwind speed. Perhaps now more than ever before, job stress poses a threat to my self (physically) and my colleagues as well.
While some stress is a normal part of life, excessive stress interferes with your productivity and reduces one's physical and emotional health, so it’s important to find ways to keep it under control. Fortunately, there's a lot that we can do to manage and reduce stress at work. The ability to manage stress in the workplace can make the difference between success or failure on the job. So, what are the stress management techniques that works for me(that may work for you too!)---let me share them with you:
MY STRESS SUTRA
1. I make reading a stress-reliever! For some--reading can be a source of stress but for me--reading is something that relaxes me! When I read--its like I'm in another lifetime---reading transports me to a different world.
2. Balance between work and family or personal life. I personally see to it that I dont bring work at home. Spending time with family and friends help me recover my depleted energy! I always remind myself that heavy workload, infrequent rest breaks, long work hours and shiftwork; hectic and routine tasks that have little inherent meaning, do not utilize my full skills and provide little sense of control!So why not take a break if you feel that stress building. Walk away from the situation. Take a stroll around the block, sit on a park bench, or spend a few minutes meditating. Exercise does wonders for the psyche. But even just finding a quiet place and listening to your iPod can reduce stress. (I love my ipod really---it makes wonders!)Personally, when I am stressed out--I find and protect whatever time I get to refresh, re-energize and re-motivate myself. I spend quality time with my family because they are excellent source of emotional and moral support.
3. A support network of friends and coworkers matters a lot! Family and friends do wonders in terms of stress management! In my case---im more than happy to have supportive collegues and bosses! Their presence matters a lot in terms of my own stress management coping skills! Truly--they possess the GIFT OF PRESENCE!
4. A relaxed and positive outlook matters. Staying connected with my internal emotional experience help me manage my own emotions. Knowing what you are feeling will not only add to your self confidence and improve your self control but enhance your understanding of others and help you build more satisfying relationships.
5. I cultivate allies at work. Just knowing that I have one or more co-workers who are willing to assist me in times of stress truly reduces my stress level. I just always remember to reciprocate and help them when they are in need as well.
6. I find humor in the situation. When I– or people around me– start taking things too seriously, I find a way to break through with laughter by sharing a joke or funny story. Believe me---it works!
Today, job stress is more common than in any other days and the competition being cut throat, people will persevere through anything.Knowing every factor about stress and how it affects you will enable you to deal with stress more specifically because you will be able to identify every aspect of stress at work. Always remember that we are always in control of our life----so we can manage stress!
HAPPY WORKING!
