Do you feel stressed at work too?
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Do you feel stressed at work too?
Is there anyone here that feels the same somehow? I wonder how you have handled such stress and anxiety so far, and at the same time maintained your collectedness at work?
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1Literally standing around the water cooler is considered too dangerous these days.
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A friend suggested that I should listen to delta waves on youtube to calm my mind, so far, it's doing well to keep me at peace while I listen.
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Philosophy to the rescue!Follow these tips to build resilience and manage job stress.
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Identify those things which you do not have control over and do the best you can with the resources available to you.
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Marcus Aurelius similarly observed: "You have power over your mind - not outside events. Realise this, and you will find strength".chewybrian wrote: ↑December 24th, 2020, 8:54 pmPhilosophy to the rescue!Follow these tips to build resilience and manage job stress.
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Identify those things which you do not have control over and do the best you can with the resources available to you.
https://www.goodreads.com/author/quotes ... s_Aurelius
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Nothing else I've read in my lifetime impacted me like these words:Greta wrote: ↑December 25th, 2020, 4:08 amMarcus Aurelius similarly observed: "You have power over your mind - not outside events. Realise this, and you will find strength".
https://www.goodreads.com/author/quotes ... s_Aurelius
http://classics.mit.edu/Epictetus/epicench.htmlSome things are in our control and others not. Things in our control are opinion, pursuit, desire, aversion, and, in a word, whatever are our own actions. Things not in our control are body, property, reputation, command, and, in one word, whatever are not our own actions.
The things in our control are by nature free, unrestrained, unhindered; but those not in our control are weak, slavish, restrained, belonging to others. Remember, then, that if you suppose that things which are slavish by nature are also free, and that what belongs to others is your own, then you will be hindered. You will lament, you will be disturbed, and you will find fault both with gods and men. But if you suppose that only to be your own which is your own, and what belongs to others such as it really is, then no one will ever compel you or restrain you. Further, you will find fault with no one or accuse no one. You will do nothing against your will. No one will hurt you, you will have no enemies, and you not be harmed.
Aiming therefore at such great things, remember that you must not allow yourself to be carried, even with a slight tendency, towards the attainment of lesser things. Instead, you must entirely quit some things and for the present postpone the rest. But if you would both have these great things, along with power and riches, then you will not gain even the latter, because you aim at the former too: but you will absolutely fail of the former, by which alone happiness and freedom are achieved.
Work, therefore to be able to say to every harsh appearance, "You are but an appearance, and not absolutely the thing you appear to be." And then examine it by those rules which you have, and first, and chiefly, by this: whether it concerns the things which are in our own control, or those which are not; and, if it concerns anything not in our control, be prepared to say that it is nothing to you.
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What works for you may be different from what works for others.Fellowmater wrote: ↑December 22nd, 2020, 7:05 am It's been months since I practiced doing things in isolation and as time goes by, being anxious about different things has been growing slowly in me until now that I've felt the need to let someone know of my struggles. Maybe I'm just overstressing myself with this situation we have as I'm aware that there are other people in the world now who are having it worse than me.
A friend suggested that I should listen to delta waves on youtube to calm my mind, so far, it's doing well to keep me at peace while I listen.
I focused on doing things I could control and recognize that are things that I cannot control.
Doing the recommended steps to help prevent contracting and passing on the COVID virus for me, my family, and others.
Staying in touch with family and friends much of which. Doing so on phone or video (e.g. Facetime) to catch up and also share how I am feeling (they have similar stresses usually). It helps me and it helps them to talk.
Eating and drinking healthy
Getting quality rest (harder when stressed)
Try and get some exercise even just a walk every day or two.
Do things that you enjoy that makes you feel good.
Stay informed about the pandemic and requests from reliable resources yet I am also careful to limit how much news I get whether about pandemic or politics. Note that most media do a bit to sensationalize which is not helpful.
I think stress should be expected yet if distress is experienced and advice such as above is inadequate then for sure talking with a therapist or counselor would be important. Most such visits can be done virtually and it's common for it to be several visits yet there is not a set limit depending on the individual's need. They are experts to help determine one's specific situation, concerns/stresses, and help map out a path to better cope and end up in a better place.
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Remember, then, that if you suppose that things which are slavish by nature are also free, and that what belongs to others is your own, then you will be hindered. You will lament, you will be disturbed, and you will find fault both with gods and men. But if you suppose that only to be your own which is your own, and what belongs to others such as it really is, then no one will ever compel you or restrain you. Further, you will find fault with no one or accuse no one. You will do nothing against your will. No one will hurt you, you will have no enemies, and you not be harmed.
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It's being selfish that we mostly often found ourselves in conflict with others. Thank you for sharing this.
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Sometimes it is very very difficult, to focus on the good things but when I do find myself getting bogged down I go outside for a walk or drive. I put some music on and try to get lost even if just for a short time. I am also a big list maker for both work and home, some list items are all business and some are fun for me, like changing the oil or getting the snowblower ready for the season. You’re not alone so I hope that at least gives you some solace.
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