I learned to stop and think about the need versus the want. The steps it can take to put together a system to ensure you take care of yourself in the middle of navigating work. Work life balance is key and being able to take breaks is necessary.
I enjoy writing, so I can write down three things every day for which I am thankful. I will also determine an important goal (something I look forward to) that I want to reach and map it out in detailed terms to ensure I succeed.
learned some new techniques to help with perspective. I especially like the idea of recalling an impactful event within the last 24 hrs.
Comment on Cecilia Gregg's post: STRESS GETS IN THE WAY OF COMPLETING TASKS. BALANCE IN THE KEY WITH WORK AND HOME
Taking the time we need to process what is going on will help us mitigate the risk of burnout. Also, having a confidant can help, along with taking care of ourselves physically and emotionally.
I learned the importance of perception and also to not be afraid to ask others for help.
What i have learned from this training is to stop and take a deep breath.
To remember to take in control of myself and the commitment i uphold to myself.
Exercise, eat better, sleep better, will be my focus for the next 21 days. We will see if it makes a difference.
I have to make time to incorporate exercise in my work life.
I do believe that nutrition is key for a healthy lifestyle. That will decrease burnout
After the reading the suggestions, I believe reading positive affirmations will help in reducing stress and set a great mood for the day.
I am definitely going to start exercising more and meditating!!
I plan to make myself a priority in my everyday life.
I can't control my circumstances in my job right now, but I can change my perception and how I handle the stress and fear. Taking time to renew and recharge will actually help my performance and productivity.
Sleep is very important overall. From my understanding, we should be getting at least 7 hours of sleep every night. This will help keep us sane and ready to tackle on the day! I will try to incorporate meditating since they mention it had a positive overall effect to the human mind and body.
Comment on Roshanda Martin's post: I am the same way. I just need to remind myself that I am important and just take some me time.
It is a good reminder to shift my frame and check myself when my "Belief" about an adverse event might be leading to consequences I don't desire. I also appreciate the focus on the idea that energy itself is more important than hours worked. It is difficult to figure out how to put this into practice in places where folks are hourly employees.
Everything in moderation. I don't want to get burned out, so I try to have a good balance of work and family life. We do a lot of things together - especially physically active activities, so we always try to get fresh air and physical activity.
Everyone can benefit from incorporating some or all of these activities into their daily life. My personal favorites are (healthy) cooking and walking my dogs. I have also been meditating for several years and I believe it helps calm the mind and overall decreases stress.
I have decided that the most important way for me is to identify 3 Daily and Meaningful thoughts and tasks to do consistently everyday. I think is will be a welcome addition to my daily life. By doing these, I actually will be focusing on my time with myself. This will be a beginning to nurturing myself so I can offer more to work and family and friends.
