'Stress' - is my least favourite word. Just saying it makes my heart race! I don't mean to sound like a pessimist - not at all but unfortunately, nowadays it is an unavoidable consequence of modern day living. How can we take steps to be our own stress managers?
1) Prioritise your daily tasks in order of importance.
You have a much better chance of being able to deal with your daily tasks if you are organised. What is the most important task that requires your attention? If you can manage your workload, you will be able to prevent stress from creeping up on you!
2) Time Management.
Make sure you don't take on too much work all at once. Remember - you are a human being and you can only deal with so many things! If your boss wants you to take on more responsibility at work, don't simply say 'yes' without due consideration. Are you ready for such a big commitment? Is this what you really want? Make sure you know what your priorities are before making this kind of decision. You don't want to have regrets!
3) Get enough sleep.
Buring the midnight oil too much, isn't good for your health. You will find it much easier to deal with the next day if you have had enough sleep the previous night. If you have a seminar or a presentation to give at work, leave enough time to prepare for it wihout relying on 'all nighters' to see you through.
4) Eat healthily and regularly.
If you have are under a lot of pressure, your body will need energy to function at the optimum level. Skipping meals should be avoided if you want to be able to work to your full potential. Try to avoid sugar and caffine as they will not be able to provide the nourishment your body needs.
Copyright Christina McDonald 2009
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