This may be a bit controversial, but I think that stress isn’t always a bad thing. What?
Sometimes a little bit of stress while working can be incredibly helpful because it can motivate you to get things done on time and keep you productive, focused and determined.
That’s the good news, the bad news is that when stress builds up too much it can become overwhelming. Fast. The more overwhelmed you feel, the more problems can arise. Now that sounds more familiar, right?
One of the best solutions is to take frequent breaks over the course of the day.
But there’s a problem: Most people associate taking breaks with laziness and feelings of guilt. In fact, guilt is often what motivates us to work straight through tiredness and fatigue and when we’re busier, we feel more productive and less guilty. But at the end of the day, productivity isn’t about how much we do, it’s about how much we accomplish. The facts are that breaks help you work smarter and accomplish more.
When you frequently step back from your work, you may feel less productive because you’re not working during that time. But breaks allow you to accomplish more by letting you replenish your energy reserves, recharge your focus, step back from your work to make creative connections, and re-evaluate your goals or how you approach your work in the first place.
Listen, your brain needs a time-out from work. Taking a break, even a 15 minute one, could help you stay recharged for the rest of the day. In fact, by committing a mere 15 minutes of your lunch break to relaxation exercises, you can build the mental strength you need to power through the afternoon with relative ease. Here’s the best part, you'll finish work feeling less stressed and more energised so you can enjoy your evenings.
We have established that when you work hard, it’s important to take a few breaks throughout the day. But let’s be honest: Is 10 minutes of scrolling through Facebook really a break? No, in case you weren’t sure. The best kinds of breaks involve relaxing your mind and body.
There are many relaxation exercises that you can do in your work environment. My favourites are:
Remember, you don’t have to use any of these practices to take a break. You can go for a short uninterrupted walk, sit in a quiet place, or simply focus on a candle flame. You can even take a quick 15-minute nap to completely turn your brain off. (My favourite app for help with this one is Pzizz: https://pzizz.com/) The point is to still your mind, release the tension from the day, and focus on the present moment so that you can get back to work and focus, better manage your thoughts and make clear decisions.
Once you’re rested and ready to get back to work, I have some great tools for you to turboboost your productivity to the next level. To find out more, check out my vlog on 5 Steps to Fast Track Your Productivity and Get You More Time!
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Marina x
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