Effective stress relievers
You have one precious life. So do take steps to care for yourself and ensure that you manage the stress you and your family may be feeling. This article is filled with good suggestions.
Gatvol of Covid-19 and everything with it?
Face it – you can only take so much – the stress of ‘lockdown’ pushes us all to the limit.
Physical and mental stress can lead to burnout. That’s when you feel overwhelmed and emotionally drained – you just can’t meet the constant demands.
Buy
Even as you protect yourself, bring some brightness to the workplace with these Proudly South African Shweshwe face masks.
Make
Make your own snack-pack of treats to reward yourself for each daily success.
Try this easy recipe for ‘date and nut’ energy balls.
Listen
Build your own COVID-19 inspirational playlist to enjoy on your way to and from work, and maybe even at your work station. Here are some celebrities’ favourites.
Getting back to work and finding the workload has grown!
Finally, you’re one of the few back at work, keen to get busy and productive.
Then the unexpected happens; your boss starts asking you to do your absent colleagues’ tasks.
People standing too close
Telling people how you would like them to behave can be a little awkward; here are some polite suggestions.
Social distancing at work
Not too sure how to do this? Here’s a quick watch with a few tips on how to apply social distancing at work.
Glasses misting up?
Preventing misted glasses when wearing a mask can be frustrating. This solution takes a few minutes, it works really well.
Learning a new way to express
Have some fun with Meredith. She is a delightful teacher of sign language that you can use to express your feelings.
Excited to be back at work … BUT?
Let’s face it, wearing a face mask is going to be a bit weird. It may look and feel strange, but mostly it will hide those warm, welcoming smiles from each other. With that first natural expression of our feelings hidden behind a mask, the excitement can quickly become a feeling of alienation and loneliness. Don’t let this happen.
Sending love and care
If you are feeling stressed by not being able to be present with those needing your care; maybe grandparents or children, you can still send them love energy from a distance. It works. Follow these steps.
