8 Tips To Maintain Mental Clarity When Instability Swirls In The Workplace

• Develop a routine. Never underestimate the power of a good routine—one with small positive habits that can lead to big changes over time and contribute to a healthy and happy life. For example, wake up 30 minutes earlier to get a head start and eliminate some morning stress. Take microbreaks throughout the workday and get outside in nature for a few minutes. Use sticky notes around your desk for affirmations or reminders, such as “Remember to breathe” or “Remember to unclench your jaw, shoulders, and fists.”

• Establish boundaries. One of the most challenging obstacles the work-from-home trend has created is the blurred line between work and home life. Working professionals must develop firm boundaries indicating when work time starts and ends. In order to foster a productive work environment, create a designated workspace in your home where you can focus. As soon as work is over, leave your workspace behind and find a place of leisure or relaxation.

• Practice self-care. As humans, we often forget to nurture our own mental, emotional and physical health. Build mindfulness meditation into your day. Try to adopt a healthy sleep schedule, eat nutritious food and healthy snacks throughout the workday, hydrate, write in a journal and maintain a good support network. Don’t forget to make time for your favorite hobbies and activities that bring you joy.

• Exercise. There’s an undeniable link between physical activity and emotional health. Even if you don’t have a regular exercise routine, you can incorporate some level of physical fitness into your life such as stretching at your desk. Exercise is an antidepressant and improves your motivation and energy. You might choose to go for a daily walk, hike through a local state park or stroll through a botanical garden.

• Use deep breathing exercises. Deep breathing can help to alleviate anxiety. When you become anxious, your body has a stress response that results in symptoms like short, shallow breaths, muscle tension and increased heart rate. By taking slow, deep breaths, you can increase your brain’s oxygen supply, which allows your nervous system to send more calming signals throughout your body. It is difficult, if not impossible, to feel emotionally relaxed if your body is stuck in a state of stress, so deep breathing is a great place to start when you get anxious.

• Practice gratitude. When attention is focused on gratitude, you find that what you’re grateful for will grow. Place a pad of paper and pen by your bed every night—you can also use the grateful app on your phone. When you wake up, write down three things you’re thankful for before beginning your day.

• Turn your energy toward something positive. Donate to a cause, march for an organization or gather with friends to promote something you care about.

• Find a great therapist. Seek out a therapist who offers personalized care. Look for someone who makes you feel comfortable, safe and supported in a non-judgmental environment.

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Reflection:

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