Ask any of you're colleagues how they are and you'll get one of two perennial responses - either, 'I'm so busy', or 'I'm really stressed'.
But now an expert has revealed that if you are feeling under pressure, the choice of words you use to describe things could be making matters worse.
'Just saying that you're stressed can set off a cascade of chemicals in the body - epinephrine and cortisol - and neurotransmitters in the brain that make us feel, well, completely stressed out,' Seth Swirsky, a clinical psychotherapist and author told
Wellandgood.com
'Our hearts beat faster, our breathing becomes more rapid, our blood pressure goes up, we can't think straight, and we're filled with fear and anxiety.'
The very fact that saying your stressed makes the condition a whole lot worse, might seem like a cruel irony, but [the] good news is that you can tackle things by simply adjusting the way you speak about your feelings.
You could try saying: 'I'm up against it this week, but I know I will get there in the end.'
As well as avoiding the dreaded 's' word, you're adding positive reassurance to yourself, not to mention others, that the situation is going to improve.
Additionally, you can try these techniques to help get on top of the stress that's draining your productivity.
IF YOU'RE AT RISK OF BURNOUT
- Slow down and force yourself to take a break
- Reach out for support, whether that's from friends and family, colleagues, or a health professional
- Re-evaluate your goals and priorities, so that you tip the balance back to including activities that provide you with happiness
You could try saying: 'I'm up against it this week, but I know I will get there in the end.'
As well as avoiding the dreaded 's' word, you're adding positive reassurance to yourself, not to mention others, that the situation is going to improve.
Additionally, you can try these techniques to help get on top of the stress that's draining your productivity.
LEARN HOW TO SAY NO
Vanessa urges people to 'learn how to say no' at work as it is important in easing over the top and demanding schedules.
And when you do, it's important you don't feel guilty about it.
'Start to pull back now while you're still in control, before it gets too late and you start to drown,' Ms Bennett said.
IDENTIFY THE SIGNS OF A BURN OUT
Whether it's yourself or colleagues, it's important to be aware of the signs of a burn out in order to stop it in its tracks.
Warning signs include unexplained absences, isolation, a decline in health and not taking lunch breaks.
Others include constant cynicism or negativity, working overtime and a lack of engagement with colleagues.
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