Tools to Management Stress in the Workplace

Follow these tips to build resilience and manage job stress

• Communicate with your coworkers, supervisors, and employees about job stress.
• Identify things that cause stress and work together to identify solutions.
• Identify those things which you do not have control over and do the best you can with the resources available to you.
• Increase your sense of control by developing a consistent daily routine when possible.
• Take breaks from work to stretch, exercise, or check in with your supportive colleagues, coworkers, family, and friends.
• Spend time outdoors, either being physically active or relaxing.
• If you work from home, set a regular time to end your work for the day, if possible.
• Practice mindfulness techniques external icon.
• Do things you enjoy during non-work hours.
• Remind yourself that everyone is in an unusual situation with limited resources.
• Take breaks from watching, reading, or listening to news stories, including social media.
• Connect with others.
• Check on others. Helping others improves your sense of control, belonging, and self-esteem. Look for safe ways to offer social support to others, especially if they are showing signs of stress, such as depression and anxiety