Work Stress - Quick and Easy Steps to Manage Your Stress at Work - Wellness 101 Show

Studies have shown that stress in the workplace is it’s only getting higher! Work stress can manifest a barrage of health consequences that range from daily headaches or catching a cold more often, to more serious conditions like a heart attack. Do you know how to manage your stress at work? Let’s find out with another Wellness 101! STEP ONE: Consistent Morning Routine Getting yourself ready, scrambling to get the kids out the door to school, and fighting off road rage on your way in to work can stress you out before your workday even begins! A consistent morning routine will help keep that stress in check. You’d be surprised how much more you can handle at work when you start your day with a healthy breakfast, a little workout, and a positive attitude. To learn how to Jumpstart Your on the link in the description below. STEP TWO: Listen to Music Listening to music before, during, and after work can be an effective way to relive stress. Studies have shown that listening to music can help calm your nervous system and lower cortisol levels, both of which can help reduce stress. And different types of music have different reactions on the body. For example, upbeat music can make you feel more optimistic and positive about life, while a slower tempo can quiet your mind and relax your muscles, making you feel soothed while releasing the stress of the day. STEP THREE: Walk at Lunch Research has shown that walking on a daily basis can help lessen the symptoms associated with stress. Walking pushes your brain to release endorphins, which are known to help lighten your mood and build some positive emotions throughout your body. STEP FOUR: Avoid Colleague Conflict Conflict among co-workers can be extremely stressful, so it’s a good idea to avoid conflict at work as much as you can. The key is to keep it professional. Don’t gossip, avoid religion and politics, and try not to share too many of your personal opinions. If a conflict does arise: remember to stay calm, be respectful, choose your words carefully, know when to apologize and know when to walk away. Folks... small doses of stress pose little risk to your overall health. But when stressful situations go unresolved, the body is kept in a constant state of activation, which increases the rate of wear and tear on your anatomy. The point is, we all have stress at sure you keep yours under control! Until next time this is Mr. Wellness saying be well and follow the steps to a healthier you! *DISCLAIMER – This video does not provide medical advice! The information, including but not limited to, text, graphics, images and other material contained in this video are for informational purposes only. No material in this video is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment and before undertaking a new health care regimen, and never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you saw in this video.