With the ever expanding innovation of technology (cell phones, texting, email, etc.), stress has increased for the average office worker. Long gone are the days of following up the next business day when a fax finally arrives. Both senders of calls and texts usually expect prompt attention and action, which increases the stress and workload for both parties. Many are working longer and longer hours due to increased workload, virtual meetings, etc. An article in today’s paper suggests offering “quiet days,” which allow office employees to prioritize their day without the interruption of Zoom-like conference calls and meetings. Chair massage can easily be incorporated into these days.
Common complaints associated with stress include headaches, backaches, clenched jaw, and trouble sleeping. These physical symptoms are often followed by feelings of anxiety, depression, frustration, etc.
Reactions to this stress from an overworked office employee can include eating too much, not getting enough sleep, and many times trying to juggle too much at once, which can lead to poor results and the inability to complete all of the tasks at hand.
Here are some easy tips to incorporate into your day to help manage and alleviate stress:
| I will practice using positive self-talk at least once a day. | |||
| I will remember to use emergency stress stoppers when I face stressful situations. | |||
| I will spend at least 15 minutes every day finding pleasure in something that I enjoy. | |||
| I will practice daily relaxation, such as deep breathing or another relaxation technique. | |||
| I will add a new healthy habit to my life this week. |
If reading through these has you realizing that you don’t typically engage in these stress relief techniques, then it might give you the nudge you “knead” to try them out and bring more order to daily chaos.
Here are some suggestions to help you jump-start that “happy” and productive feeling of promptly and efficiently completing tasks:
- Make your task list into a series of today vs. tomorrow priorities
- Give realistic timelines for the completion of important projects
- Inquire about on-site corporate chair massage and/or other wellness programs with your HR department.
- Engage in simple relaxation techniques, like taking a break to leave the office for a short walk in the fresh air
- Try meditation, Tai Chi, or Yoga regularly, to experience relaxing your body and practicing mindfulness
Corporate Massage Kneads would love to join you in your office offering mobile chair massage service to your staff. Onsite Chair massage in Maryland helps to reduce stress and fatigue while increasing productivity!
Sources:
http://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/stress-management/basics/stress-basics/hlv-20049495
