There’s nothing more draining than constantly overthinking things at work. What is overthinking? It’s when you think about something too much. It’s when you question yourself (and doubt yourself) about every step you make. It’s when you worry about every detail, and find yourself unable to make basic decisions. Overthinking things causes so much stress.(…)
I didn’t get a lot of sleep last night. I went to bed late and then around 5:00 a.m., my cat, Gizmo, decided that we should both get up and play with a crumpled up piece of paper. This is currently Gizmo’s favorite toy, so he was excited by this idea. I thought we should(…)
There are a lot of benefits to concentrating on work. When people are able to really concentrate on their work, they can get it done more quickly and accurately. They tend to be more creative and efficient. And getting things done can be a great stress reliever. It feels wonderful to be able to cross(…)
When we’re at work, we often spend a lot of time looking at computer screens (as well as smart phone screens, tablets, etc.). And now that many of us are working from home (and working longer hours), we’re spending more time looking at computer screens than ever before. This has led a greater number of(…)
Do you always strive to do perfect work and impress your boss? Do you want to accomplish great things? Are you willing to expend whatever amount of effort is necessary to succeed in your endeavors? If so, then you’re a high achiever. High achievers are often very successful and productive. They get things done, and(…)
The pandemic has changed the way we live our lives. Our regular daily schedules have been turned upside down, and our homes have become our worlds. It’s the place where we work, eat, go to school, exercise, socialize, and vacation. If you’re able to work from home, I’m sure you’re grateful! But still, it can(…)
Even if you enjoy your job, there are going to be days when you don’t feel happy. Tight deadlines, stress, communication difficulties, and project setbacks can cause anyone to feel upset and discouraged. But according to research, there are simple things you can do to make yourself feel a little happier. Here are a few(…)
In 2016, I wrote an article about the importance of resilience. And it’s even more important today. Although many of us are working from home, and we’re grateful to have that opportunity, the pandemic has made life and work more stressful and exhausting. Being resilient can help to make this challenging situation a little better.(…)
When you’re working from home, it sometimes starts to feel like you’re always on the clock. The division between your work life and home life can start to get blurry. You no longer leave your work at the office at the end of the day. Your home is your office. And your work is always(…)
When people are sleep deprived, their productivity suffers. They aren’t able to focus easily or make decisions as effectively. Their decisions aren’t as sound, they tend to be less creative, and they may feel like they lack the energy to deal with stressful situations. The majority of adults need about seven or eight hours of(…)