Managing stress to maximize productivity
To ensure productivity at work, stress has to be properly dealt with, a stressed individual will never function at the peak of his/her abilities. In this article, we will be sharing with you the various ways you can manage stress and get the best out of yourself. But firstly, let's see what stress means.
Stress is a normal reaction the body has when changes occur, resulting in physical, emotional and intellectual responses. Stress can be positive, keeping us alert, motivated and ready to avoid danger. But stress becomes a problem when stressors continue without relief or periods of relaxation.
Symptoms of stress
- Fatigue
- Panic attacks
- High blood pressure
- Too much/under eating
- Constant Headaches
- Loss of Libido
- Drug abuse
How stress can affect your work as an individual
- Lack of motivation and focus
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Insomnia
Trying to be a perfectionist brings increased stress and hinders performance -T. Whitmore
How stress can affect your work as a team
- Stress leads to poor communication
- Procrastination
- Forgetfulness
- Outburst
How to manage stress
- Getting regular exercise
- Practice relaxation technique i.e breathing, yoga, tai chi and massage
- Make time for your hobbies
- Make time for family and friends
- Listen to music and read book at leisure
- Keep a good sense of humor
In conclusion,
It's not sense that kills us, it is our reaction to it. -Hana Selye
