Each of us has had certain moments in our work lives when we want to yell, hit someone, or run out of the office. While this may seem like a good stress-busting response, don’t do it! There are many positive and helpful tips that you can use to get anger and stress out of your system.
While stress is a part of most of our jobs, it doesn’t have to linger and ruin our day. You can take control of that. If you anticipate a long meeting or difficult confrontation with a coworker, think ahead of time about what you can do to make it less stressful. If you’ve had a long and busy day, take a moment to recharge, knowing it will help your attitude and production for the rest of the day.
Think about the kinds of activities you enjoy doing that help you relax, give you energy, and increase your happiness. Incorporate them into your work routine. If you love to be active, consider taking a walk around the block or even around the floor of your building to help get your blood pumping and release endorphins. If you’re easily moved by music, bring your mp3 player to work and take a moment in the evening to close your eyes, turn up the music, and meditate. If you like brainstorming with someone, take a 5-minute break to talk to a trusted friend or family member and let them help you find a solution to your current problem (make sure you talk to someone outside of your workplace, who have an objective opinion.)
No matter how you fight it, choose to overcome work-related stress today and take control of your attitude and atmosphere at work.
