In the top five list of life stressors is the loss of a job. When a job loss occurs whether it is expected or unexpected, it shakes your confidence. Statistics indicate that according to 2010 US Census data 36.1 of people who completed the Census experienced a job loss in the years between 2005-2007. That is over 1/3 of the workers the United States who participated in the census. The unemployed collected 116 billion dollars in 2011. Suffice it to say, job loss is not an unusual situation in our current economy. How do we deal with this loss in a way that is healthy and productive?
1. Finish Strong – At times, even after you have been notified of a job loss, you must continue to function in that environment. Conduct yourself with integrity and finish strong. You may be hurt and/or angry about the job loss, but try to remember that the people around us are not usually involved your losing your job. Try to remember how you would want to be treated by others if they lost a job. It is tempting to act out in anger if you feel wronged, but choose the high road. Let that be the memory they carry of you.
2. Take Control of the Things You Can – Losing a job causes a loss of our sense of control over our environment. Use this as an opportunity to catch up on things that must be done at home. Send resumes, write letters, and seek Unemployment if you are entitled to it.
3. Manage your emotions – You will be experiencing a great deal of stress during this time, be kind to yourself. It is tempting to act out in anger, but talk to people you trust and respect. Use relaxation strategies to maintain your composure, and take a break if you need it.
4. Reach out – Make contact with people who know you well, who can support you during this tough time.
5. Think about the job loss and learn from the situation. Do you need a new type of job? Do you need different or more effective skill? This is a good time to educate yourself about advances in your field.
6. Update your resume - If you plan to seek employment elsewhere, take some time to update your resume, get letters of recommendation.
7. Make a plan – Use the Internet to search for job openings in your field. Send out lots of resumes and cover letters. Keep track of these and follow up with a phone call in two or three days.
8. Use interviews as learning experiences – Each employer may be looking for something different, but as you practice your interview skills, you will become more confident which will make you more marketable.
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April 16, 2013
Dealing With A Job Loss
In the top five list of life stressors is the loss of a job. When a job loss occurs whether it is expected or unexpected, it shakes your confidence. Statistics indicate that according to 2010 US Census data 36.1 of people who completed the Census experienced a job loss in the years between 2005-2007. That is over 1/3 of the workers the United States who participated in the census. The unemployed collected 116 billion dollars in 2011. Suffice it to say, job loss is not an unusual situation in our current economy. How do we deal with this loss in a way that is healthy and productive?
1. Finish Strong – At times, even after you have been notified of a job loss, you must continue to function in that environment. Conduct yourself with integrity and finish strong. You may be hurt and/or angry about the job loss, but try to remember that the people around us are not usually involved your losing your job. Try to remember how you would want to be treated by others if they lost a job. It is tempting to act out in anger if you feel wronged, but choose the high road. Let that be the memory they carry of you.
2. Take Control of the Things You Can – Losing a job causes a loss of our sense of control over our environment. Use this as an opportunity to catch up on things that must be done at home. Send resumes, write letters, and seek Unemployment if you are entitled to it.
3. Manage your emotions – You will be experiencing a great deal of stress during this time, be kind to yourself. It is tempting to act out in anger, but talk to people you trust and respect. Use relaxation strategies to maintain your composure, and take a break if you need it.
4. Reach out – Make contact with people who know you well, who can support you during this tough time.
5. Think about the job loss and learn from the situation. Do you need a new type of job? Do you need different or more effective skill? This is a good time to educate yourself about advances in your field.
6. Update your resume - If you plan to seek employment elsewhere, take some time to update your resume, get letters of recommendation.
7. Make a plan – Use the Internet to search for job openings in your field. Send out lots of resumes and cover letters. Keep track of these and follow up with a phone call in two or three days.
8. Use interviews as learning experiences – Each employer may be looking for something different, but as you practice your interview skills, you will become more confident which will make you more marketable.
December 21, 2011
Work Stress Causes 10 Percent of Strokes
Mental stress at work may increase the risk of stroke, a new study says.
The results show that among men in middle and high social classes, those who experienced psychological stress at work were about 1.4 times more likely to have a stroke than others who did not.
The results show that among men in middle and high social classes, those who experienced psychological stress at work were about 1.4 times more likely to have a stroke than others who did not.
October 31, 2011
Mark Myers Expert Answer to: What is the best way to help a friend who is suffering from professional burnout
The first step is trying to educate him that he/she is experiencing "burn out." Does your friend
identify feeling burnout. Some of the classic symptoms include: feeling a loss of control over work environment, dreading going to work, anxiety over work situation, negative attitude about work, working long hours and still not feeling caught up, feeling unappreciated, and talking about work in a negative context. This could personally impact on someone in the following ways: sleep difficulties, anxiety, feeling hopeless, depression, family relations, personal relations, and even physical symptoms.
identify feeling burnout. Some of the classic symptoms include: feeling a loss of control over work environment, dreading going to work, anxiety over work situation, negative attitude about work, working long hours and still not feeling caught up, feeling unappreciated, and talking about work in a negative context. This could personally impact on someone in the following ways: sleep difficulties, anxiety, feeling hopeless, depression, family relations, personal relations, and even physical symptoms.
September 19, 2011
35 Proven Stress Reducers
35 Proven Stress Reducers
1. Get up 15 minutes earlier in the morning. The inevitable morning mishaps will be less stressful.
2. Don’t rely on your memory. Write down appointment times, when to pick up dry cleaning, etc.
3. Practice preventive maintenance. Your car, appliances, home or relationships will be less likely to break down/fall apart “at the worst possible moment”.
4. Eliminate (or restrict) the amount of caffeine in your diet.
5. Procrastination is stressful. Whatever you want to do Tamar, do today; whatever you want to do today, do it now.
6. Plan ahead. Don’t let the gas tank get to low, don’t wait until your down to your last postage stamp to buy more, etc..
7. Don’t put up with something that doesn’t work right. If your alarm clock, wallet, windshield wipers-whatever-are a constant aggravation, get them fixed or get new ones.
8. Allow 15 minutes of extra time to get appointments. Plan to arrive at the airport one hour before domestic departures.
9. Be prepared to wait. A paperback book can make waiting in line almost enjoyable.
10. Always set up continency plans, “just in case”. (i.e., “if for some reason either of us is delayed, her is what we’ll do...”).
11. At times, relax your standards. This world will not end if the grass doesn’t mowed this weekend, if the laundry is cleaned on Sunday instead of Saturday, etc..
12. For every one thing that goes wrong, there are probably 10 to 50 or 100 blessings.
Count ‘ em!!!
13. Ask questions. Taking a few minutes to repeat back directions, what someone expects of you, etc.., can save hours.
14. Say No! Saying no to extra projects, social activities and invitations you know you don’t ha\ve the time or energy for takes practice, self respect and a belief that everyone, everyday needs quiet time to relax and to be alone.
15. Unplug your telephone. Want to take a long bath, sleep or read without interruption? Drum up the courage to temporarily disconnect. (The possibility of there being a terrible emergency in the next hour or so is almost nil).
16. Simplify, simplify, simplify.
17. Make friends with nonworriers. Nothing can get you into the habit of worrying faster than associating with chronic worrywarts.
18. Get enough sleep.
19. Create order out of chaos. Organize your home and workplace so that you always know exactly where things are. Put things away where they belong and you don’t have to go through he stress of losing things.
20. When feeling stressed, most people tend to breath in short, shallow breaths. When you breath like this, stale air is not expelled, oxidation of tissues is inadequate, and muscle tension usually results. Check your breathing throughout the day. If you find your stomach muscles are knotted and your breathing is shallow, relax your muscles and take several breaths.
21. Learn to live one day at a time.
22. Every day, do something you enjoy.
23. Talk it out. Discussing your problems with a trusted friend can help you clear your mind of confusion so that you can concentrate on problem solving.
24. Do something for someone else.
25. Do something that will improve your appearance. Looking better can help you feel better.
26. Schedule a realistic day. Avoid the tendency to schedule back to back appointments.
27. Become more flexible. Some things are worth not doing perfectly and some issues are well to compromise upon.
28. Eliminate destructive self talk: “I’m too old to..”’ “I’m too fat...”’ etc.
29. Learn to delegate responsibility to capable others.
30. If an especially “unpleasant” task faces you, do it early in the day and get it over with. Then the rest of the day will be free of anxiety.
31. Take care of today’s as best as you can and yesterday’s and Tamar’s will take care of themselves.
32. Allow yourself time-everyday-for privacy, quiet, and introspection.
33. Do one thing at a time. When you are with someone, be with that person and no one else or nothing else.
34. Have a forgiving view of events and people. Accept the fact that we live in an imperfect world.
35. Have an optimistic view of the world. Believe that most people are doing the best that they can.
1. Get up 15 minutes earlier in the morning. The inevitable morning mishaps will be less stressful.
2. Don’t rely on your memory. Write down appointment times, when to pick up dry cleaning, etc.
3. Practice preventive maintenance. Your car, appliances, home or relationships will be less likely to break down/fall apart “at the worst possible moment”.
4. Eliminate (or restrict) the amount of caffeine in your diet.
5. Procrastination is stressful. Whatever you want to do Tamar, do today; whatever you want to do today, do it now.
6. Plan ahead. Don’t let the gas tank get to low, don’t wait until your down to your last postage stamp to buy more, etc..
7. Don’t put up with something that doesn’t work right. If your alarm clock, wallet, windshield wipers-whatever-are a constant aggravation, get them fixed or get new ones.
8. Allow 15 minutes of extra time to get appointments. Plan to arrive at the airport one hour before domestic departures.
9. Be prepared to wait. A paperback book can make waiting in line almost enjoyable.
10. Always set up continency plans, “just in case”. (i.e., “if for some reason either of us is delayed, her is what we’ll do...”).
11. At times, relax your standards. This world will not end if the grass doesn’t mowed this weekend, if the laundry is cleaned on Sunday instead of Saturday, etc..
12. For every one thing that goes wrong, there are probably 10 to 50 or 100 blessings.
Count ‘ em!!!
13. Ask questions. Taking a few minutes to repeat back directions, what someone expects of you, etc.., can save hours.
14. Say No! Saying no to extra projects, social activities and invitations you know you don’t ha\ve the time or energy for takes practice, self respect and a belief that everyone, everyday needs quiet time to relax and to be alone.
15. Unplug your telephone. Want to take a long bath, sleep or read without interruption? Drum up the courage to temporarily disconnect. (The possibility of there being a terrible emergency in the next hour or so is almost nil).
16. Simplify, simplify, simplify.
17. Make friends with nonworriers. Nothing can get you into the habit of worrying faster than associating with chronic worrywarts.
18. Get enough sleep.
19. Create order out of chaos. Organize your home and workplace so that you always know exactly where things are. Put things away where they belong and you don’t have to go through he stress of losing things.
20. When feeling stressed, most people tend to breath in short, shallow breaths. When you breath like this, stale air is not expelled, oxidation of tissues is inadequate, and muscle tension usually results. Check your breathing throughout the day. If you find your stomach muscles are knotted and your breathing is shallow, relax your muscles and take several breaths.
21. Learn to live one day at a time.
22. Every day, do something you enjoy.
23. Talk it out. Discussing your problems with a trusted friend can help you clear your mind of confusion so that you can concentrate on problem solving.
24. Do something for someone else.
25. Do something that will improve your appearance. Looking better can help you feel better.
26. Schedule a realistic day. Avoid the tendency to schedule back to back appointments.
27. Become more flexible. Some things are worth not doing perfectly and some issues are well to compromise upon.
28. Eliminate destructive self talk: “I’m too old to..”’ “I’m too fat...”’ etc.
29. Learn to delegate responsibility to capable others.
30. If an especially “unpleasant” task faces you, do it early in the day and get it over with. Then the rest of the day will be free of anxiety.
31. Take care of today’s as best as you can and yesterday’s and Tamar’s will take care of themselves.
32. Allow yourself time-everyday-for privacy, quiet, and introspection.
33. Do one thing at a time. When you are with someone, be with that person and no one else or nothing else.
34. Have a forgiving view of events and people. Accept the fact that we live in an imperfect world.
35. Have an optimistic view of the world. Believe that most people are doing the best that they can.
August 5, 2011
Addressing Management Related Work Stress
A widely known stress is the high stress related to those in authority at work. The public far and wide make fun of the fact that the managers they have leave a lot to be desired. However, the truth is that this type of anxiety can possibly be the absolute worst. Certainly bosses are in such a place to be able to wrongly use their position to act how they desire. more
June 20, 2011
June 13, 2011
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