Mental Health: A large part of our day is spent in our office, so it is obvious that the environment and mannerisms there affect our mental health. Apart from this, work pressure has also increased a lot, which affects our mental health. Therefore, we must give priority to our mental health even at the workplace. Due to poor mental health, productivity can be reduced and work can be adversely affected. However, by keeping some things in mind, we can keep our mental health better. Let us know how you can take care of your mental health at the workplace.
Take care of your health
To take care of your physical health, we must take care of our physical health. Due to diseases, our mental health is also affected. Illness increases our stress levels. Therefore, take care of your physical health and take care of your health. Exercise and eat a healthy diet.
Talk to a trusted friend
If the workload in the office is high or you are worried due to any other reason, then instead of facing all the problems alone, talk to a trusted friend. It may help you get out of the problem, and even if it doesn't, you will feel lighter after expressing your feelings.
Do not smoke and drink
Smoking and drinking alcohol, both are harmful to your health. These also affect your mental health. Therefore, do not smoke and drink. These may make you feel better for a short time, but in the future, it will increase the problem. Therefore stay away from them.
Take a break
Take 10-15 minutes between your work, close your eyes, and concentrate on your breathing. This will reduce your stress and your mental fatigue will also reduce. This will also help you in understanding your emotions. Therefore, sitting with your eyes closed for a while can be beneficial for your mental health. Apart from this, if you want, you can also take a walk outside for a while. This can also improve your mood.
create boundaries
Often, to be good or to ensure that no one feels bad, we start doing whatever work is given to us. Without thinking about whether we have time to do that work or not, whether that work is our responsibility etc. Therefore, it is very important to set boundaries with your colleagues in the office. You should do any work keeping in mind whether it is your responsibility or not and whether you have time to do that work. If not, talk to your boss about it.
Disclaimer: The advice and suggestions mentioned in the article are for general information purposes only and should not be taken as professional medical advice. If you have any questions or concerns, always consult your doctor.
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