This article appeared on Medium.com. Written by Limitless.
Women are known as natural multi-taskers for the number of important roles they play in their lifetime. Starting from being a daughter to a mother and a working woman, a woman is expected to manage each and every role efficiently.
Meeting deadlines at work, rushing home to help the kids with homework and preparing dinner for the family can create a lot of stress and anxiety. This can lead to major implications in one’s long term health.
By taking a few simple steps, women can reduce stress and lead a healthier life. Here are 10 things you can do to combat work-related stress.
1. Exercise
Physical activity and exercise is the best way to get rid of work-related stress and tension. Physical exercise helps your body in releasing endorphins, which in turn helps the body relax and cut down stress.
2. Take some time out
Taking some time out between work and going out for a walk can refresh your mind by helping you get rid of the restlessness caused by stress.
3. Lessen caffeine intake
Even though an intake of caffeine can keep you alert at work, too much of caffeine consumption can also hamper your ability to deal with stress.
4. Prioritize work
Make sure to finish your most important tasks first, after which no matter what work comes up, you can be relieved that the important ones are done.
5. Act before you react
People experience stress when they realize that a certain situation is out of their control, and as a result they also lose confidence and concentration at work. To tackle such situations, hold on your positive attitude and confidence that things will work out.
6. Eat right and sleep well
Eating a well-balanced diet that includes an ample amount of fruits and vegetables and sleeping for 7–8 hours a day can keep you away from stress.
7. Make your work environment more appealing
Rearrange your workplace by organizing things at your table and throwing away unwanted things. Create an inspiring environment around yourself by putting up a framed photo of your family or your friends.
8. Keep a plant at your workplace
It is believed that having a plant at your workplace is a good stress reliever as looking at something green helps soothe your eyes and keeps stress free to a certain extent.
9. Take a spa day
A soothing head and body massage can work wonders in relieving stress and anxiety. A massage not only makes you feel good but also relaxes the body muscles and stops the release of stress hormones in your body.
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