13 Tips For Creating A Happier, More Productive Life At Work And At Home
It doesn't take Monday morning traffic to cause extreme frustration at work
. It can even be things as small as a coworker showing up to a meeting late, or a client calling to cancel his latest order, or the coffee pot being empty in the break room.Unfortunately when you don't handle your anger and frustration in a constructive way, it builds up and can hurt your career. As your stress levels rise, you tend to be less productive and it's harder to concentrate or multitask. Eventually those high levels of stress can take their toll and lead to burn out. The solution is to manage your frustration and stress properly and quickly so that it doesn't get in the way of a productive workday.
Here are some tips for handling frustrating situations in the office and beyond.
1. Start off with some affirmations to help you get through the frustration. Think of these and say them to yourself the next time you find yourself upset.
"While I may have to do many things that are difficult, unpleasant or boring, they are almost never impossible to accomplish."
"In order to achieve pleasant results, I often have to do challenging things."
"Yes, it is a pain to do this now, but I'll be able to accomplish so much more than by waiting to do it later."
2. Although it doesn't seem like a typical fitness program, laughing gives your body a great workout and releases endorphins, which can improve your mood, focus and energy. So, keep a humorous book on your desk, sign up for a daily knock-knock joke, or just find something amusing to think about during the next frustrating situation.
3. Pump up the oxygen. Exercise so you breathe deeply. Each in-breath, or "inspiration," brings fresh oxygen into your body. (Laughter does the same thing. Notice that you can't laugh long without having to take a breath.The deep breathing that comes with a good laugh also forces you to relax.)
4. Pump up your muscles. Working out when you feel tense helps relieve stress and tension in your muscles and your mind. (Laughing does the same thing with a lot less effort! Notice how your muscles relax after you laugh.)
5. Turn on the neurotransmitters. When you exercise, your body produces "Happy Hormones" that make you feel great. (Laughing does, too.)
6. Make it all part of a game. One of the reasons tribal healers often wear wild outfits and perform entertaining antics is to make people laugh. Ancient wisdom taught that laughter and fun on a regular basis keeps people healthy. Taking time for recreation, games and fun helps groups make better decisions.
7. Get a pet. Research shows that health benefits of having a pet include lower blood pressure, decreased stress, reduced bone loss, lowered cholesterol levels, and improved circulation. A companion animal also adds new meaning to the life of a person living alone. It can act as a friend, therapist and entertainer.
8. Take up a hobby you enjoy. By trying new things or opening your mind to new experiences, you're bound to find something that resonates with your personality and boosts your confidence.
9. Find yourself running out of time? On your list of things to do, cross off something you don't enjoy and let someone else do it (they just might enjoy it).
10. Create support systems. Learn to confide in your friends and family members during particularly stressful times or find a support group or new social activity. Make an effort to get to know your co-workers.
11. Find a place or activity that's stress-free, that allows you to be "you" in a peaceful, stress-free way.
12. Help someone else. Become a mentor or volunteer for a community organization. By helping someone else in need, you'll realize your own problems are very small in comparison - plus you'll feel great about the help you can provide!
13. Meditate, pray or open your mind to spirituality. Studies have shown that meditation techniques can greatly reduce stress. An added bonus is you can meditate anywhere: It only takes a few minutes to silence your mind and find peace.
When you take the time to understand and overcome the stress of frustrating situations, you can really improve your emotional and physical well-being. Not only will you improve your mood and your health, but your productivity and energy will also make the office a better place to be.
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