Ever have a bad day at work? Yah – you, me and the rest of the world!
Here are 21 ways to survive on-the-job stress. Click here for 4 more tools to ignite your work and life.
- Get the “bad stuff” done first. The more you procrastinate, the worse those negative tasks will seem.
- Send a note to your personal email from your work email with a motivational or relaxing message to open later that night from home.
- Go outside and do something non-work related and absorb some sunshine.
- Write a motivational motto to get you through each day – even if it’s a countdown to the end of the day, it will keep your brain moving along.
- Have photos of your family and friends around to remind you of the important things in your life. Don’t be an island alone.
- If you can, light a candle or spritz some aromatherapy spray or oil to boost your mood.
- Put fun things on your calendar so you have something to look forward to each weekend.
- Take a quick break and look at vacation destinations. Remind yourself that by working you’re giving yourself the opportunity for travel.
- Have a plant or two in your work space.
- Pack a yummy lunch or snack each day.
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- Do a quick crossword or puzzle to stimulate your brain.
- During breaks, read a book you love.
- Subscribe to online motivational emails.
- Listen to your favorite music while you work.
- Shut off your phone and close your email for just 10 minutes periodically throughout the day. Try to extend the length of “unplugged” time every week.
- Do desk stretches and aerobics to keep yourself energized.
- Take a walk.
- Plan a happy hour with a friend or co-worker.
- If you need to vent or feel stressed, keep yourself professional and find a place to let out your emotions – in your car, on paper or to a trusted friend. Keep it behind closed doors so you don’t drag others down with you.
- Remember it’s just a job, not your life. Perspective can be a lifesaver on difficult days. It’s business, not personal!