According to several studies, 3 out of 4 people may suffer from fatigue due to work-related stress. However, companies are available to support their employees in preventing it.

«Stress is responsible for 40% of absenteeism.»

Stress can be caused by overwork, pressure from one’s surroundings, an unfulfilling activity, or a very fast work pace. The body reacts to stress by increasing heart rate and pressure, muscle tone, and adrenaline production. This situation can cause headaches, muscle tension, shortness of breath, and palpitations. Mood swings, and fatigue produces irritation and discomfort. Anxiety can lead to increased alcohol or tobacco consumption, and even the use of psychotropic drugs.

In this situation, work can become an obsession with fitting in, with wanting to accomplish everything. It’s important to consider the extent to which working under these conditions provides any benefit, especially when one feels physically and emotionally unwell. It may be better to work less and enjoy life a little more. Setting a schedule that includes time for work, but also time for rest or other interesting tasks, can reduce stress. There are relaxation techniques that help, and exercising eliminates accumulated tension. Part of the problem may stem from not knowing how to accept one’s own limitations. Knowing your abilities and setting goals based on them can be a good strategy.

To combat stress at work, it’s important to set realistic goals and maintain a work pace that doesn’t compromise your health. You need to find meaning in your job, analyze the results you’re getting from it, and know what you want to achieve. Excessive control or authoritarianism should be avoided in the workplace.
Some companies incorporate wellness programs in the workplace to support employees in managing stress.

Your company may already have a wellness program. If not, here are some healthy practices you can implement in your own space.

1. Meditation: For example, after a busy work meeting or before arriving at the office, it’s a good idea to practice deep breathing exercises for 10 minutes. To do this, inhale through your nose and mentally count slowly to five, then exhale slowly through your mouth, mentally counting to five. This type of breathing helps oxygenate and relax the brain.
2. Healthy Eating: Meals with large amounts of white flour, sugar, or ice cream are high in calories, causing hunger to return because they are digested more quickly. Our advice is to eat healthy foods and drink eight glasses of water a day (2L).
3. Listen to music with 60 beats per minute: Our last recommendation is to listen to music that stimulates the release of endorphins (the happiness hormone) in the body. This music is none other than classical or relaxing music.

Exercising, taking active breaks, avoiding multitasking, taking 15-minute breaks, and sleeping at least 7 hours a day are habits you can incorporate to improve your lifestyle.

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