Workplace
stress
Stress
is a physical response to an undesirable situation. Mild stress can result from
missing the bus, standing in a long line at the store or getting a parking
ticket. Stress can also be severe. Divorce, family problems, an assault, or the
death of a loved one, for instance, can be devastating. One of the most common
sources of stress, both mild and severe, is work. Stress can cause; suppression
of your immune system, depression, and affect your cardiovascular health.
According
to Dr. Creagan, you are too stressed when these five
telltale signs appear:
·
You feel
irritable.
·
You have trouble
sleeping — you're either sleepy all of the time or you can't sleep at all.
·
You don't get
any joy out of life.
·
You lose your
appetite or can't stop eating.
·
You have
relationship problems and no longer get along with friends and family members.
·
Simplify your
life. Cut out some activities or delegate tasks.
·
Practice
relaxation techniques such as controlling your breathing, clearing your mind
and relaxing your muscles.
·
Focus on one
thing at a time. Don't take work problems home or home problems to work.
·
Keep a stress
journal. Track what sets you off and learn to prioritize. Do what is most
important first.
·
Look for the
positive. Consider the situation an opportunity to improve your life.
· Use humor to reduce or relieve tension.
Source: Mayo Clinic
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