Are you excited to go to work every morning? Most likely your answer is NO! We often do things that we do not want to do in order to meet certain demands, even if it causes stress. While this may be necessary, it is not necessarily good for our well-being.
There are many contributing factors of work-related stress including time-commitments, challenging problems and work place politics. There is only so much time in a day but the workload doesn't seem to care. Many jobs require the worker to employ many different skills in order to complete the various tasks. What may arguably be the most stressful however are interpersonal relationships within the company.
You are probably wondering "What is the solution to these challenges?". The answer is there is not one perfect answer; however, there are several methods you can use that help reduce stress. The best way to figure out what works for you is to simply try it and see!
Exercise is one of the best ways to increase your endorphins and reduce your cortisol. Eating healthy foods provides your body with good nutrients that help effectively process stress. Getting a full night of high-quality sleep is a great way for your body to recover from the stress of the day. For extra focus throughout your day try meditating or deep breathing for 5-10 minutes.
Life isn't meant to be stressful so reduce your stress today!
