My workplace has recently gone through several changes, new business model, new supervisors, line staff transfers, major pushes to do more with less, going paperless, etc. Things that I have done to reduce stress are writing down my activities, assignments, etc. a week at a time and then prioritizing them. The other things I've done, is sitting back and looking at what I do and don't have control over and then focusing my energy on the things that I can control.
elizabeth,
It is a proven that most of our employees do not give 100%. It takes a great leader to show people how much potential they have and how much they can accomplish
Dr. Gary Carlson
We can only do soooo much. Stay focused and do the best you can.
Curtis ,
It great you understand the importance to allow a student to step back and reflect in a calmer situation. When we understand the precedent behavior before the actual unacceptable behavior we can curb future problems. By keeping stress levels at a minimum with high anxiety students you can much faster progress with their achievment.
Dr. Gary Carlson
I have let a student leave a little early for break to calm down a little, he was very frustrated with a project he did not understand. After break he came up to me and we went over what the problem was. He was alot more open minded about what I was trying to tel him.
Teresa,
Both are great techniques. I am sure you have the attitude to make it work. Having positive self talk with optimism is the key.
Dr. Gary Carlson
Short walks on breaks and breathing exercises are my best mini centering tools in the day. I encourage students to do them as well, so we all
function effectively.
Jeffrey,
Humor without a doubt can be a reliever of stress. The secret is to using humor but never losing the seriousness of the situation.
Dr. Gary Carlson
Christine,
Showing you care and interest in your employees is a great characteristic. I have always communicated to my employees is that no one cares what you know until they know that you care.
Dr. Gary Carlson
For me, using humor is the best way to deal with workplace stress. I have found that being able to lighten the environment with humor is both beneficial to myself and my co-workers.
Jeff
In the past I was a supervisor, I would meet with my team periodically to discuss work load Ina group environment.
Earl,
People do different activities to regain or maintain their composure. You have found something that works for you. Good for you. This is used by many of us.
Dr. Gary Carlson
Earl,
When decisions are made it is important to consider all aspects of the decision. To do this it may take some time. You will live with your decisions much better when you take time in your deliberations. A calm head is better than a pressured one.
Dr. Gary Carlson
taking deep breaths
laughing
taking a minute to review the situation
I found that taking a time out to rethink my actions helps a lot also taking deep breaths thought-out stressful situations helps.
Robin,
Physical exercise at all levels is a great activity for your employees. This allows a great team activity and it burns the negativity away.
Dr. Gary Carlson
We encourage our staff to have work out Wednesdays. Its a lot of fun.
Theresa,
We all have our methods of resolving stress. You need to step back once in awhile and you have found your method. The methods need to be relaxing and convenient for you to use. Good for you for finding your niche.
Dr. Gary Carlson
I have found that taking a short walk outside really helps clear my head. I also like to write in my journal so taking five minutes to write out my problems helps.
Beth,
You have a considerate and caring attitude. I have always said people don't care what you know until they know that you care.
Dr. Gary Carlson
