You’re feeling overwhelmed and stressed. How can you tell if it’s time to take a break?

Addressing stress is essential, particularly with new work dynamics. Through my counseling, I've seen stress's diverse impacts, from headaches to concentration issues. Recognizing these signs is critical, as they may indicate the need to reassess one's situation. I consistently advise taking breaks, like a walk or meditation, to help individuals reset and regain balance. Ultimately, acknowledging stress symptoms and incorporating regular breaks can significantly ease the transition to new work settings and enhance overall well-being.

When you're feeling overwhelmed and stressed, it's time to take a break. If you notice persistent exhaustion, difficulty concentrating, irritability, or decreased productivity you have stepped in a zone while your cortisol has started to rise. Physical signs like headaches or muscle tension also signal the need for a break. Listen to your body and mind. If you're struggling to focus or feeling constantly on the edge, it's a clear sign to step back, recharge, and prioritise your well-being. Taking breaks helps you come back stronger and more focused. Remember to be compassionate towards yourself always. You deserve it . :)

Manchmal ist das Produktivste, das wir tun k?nnen, eine Pause einzulegen :) denn danach k?nnen wir mit frischem Kopf und neuer Energie weitermachen. Sp?testens dann, wenn wir nicht mehr ruhig schlafen k?nnen, wenn wir Konzentrationsschwierigkeiten haben, unser Kopf sich wie benebelt anfühlt, Kopfschmerzen auftreten o. ?., bemerken Menschen, dass sie ein Pause brauchen. Doch eigentlich ist es viel sinnvoller, diesen Zust?nden vorzubeugen und pr?ventiv Pausen einzulegen! Ich mag die Pomodoro-Technik 50/5 oder 25/5 - nach 25 Min oder 50 Min eine 5 minütige Pause einlegen und diese explizit mit etwas anderem verbringen: frische Luft, kurze Dehnübungen finde ich am wirksamsten :) kurz eine W?sche aufh?ngen, je nach Situation..

In the Yogic system, the first sign we strongly believe is the fluctuation in your breathing. A stressed mind results in shallow and fast breathing. The more connected you're with your self (mind and body) the easier it is to recognise these fluctuations. Once you have acknowledged, then practice Naabhi Shvasa Pranayama (Abdominal breathing). It will bring down the stress level down immediately. Later, introspect what triggered it and how you can resolve it.

Here are some key signs your body and mind are screaming for a time-out: Your brain feels fried: Can't focus on a single task for more than five minutes? Struggling to remember simple things? This mental fog is a classic sign of overload. Your body's talking: Headaches, stomachaches, and that constant feeling of being run down? These physical symptoms shouldn't be ignored. World feels gloomy: Everything feels negative. You're snapping at colleagues, avoiding social interaction, and generally radiating negativity. Abrupt Sleep: Trouble in falling asleep or staying asleep is a major red flag. If you're saying yes to several of these, it's time to prioritize yourself. Taking a break isn't a sign of weakness, it's a sign of strength.

In evolving work environments, recognizing stress symptoms is vital. My counseling work shows that setting healthy boundaries is crucial for stress management. The modern work landscape, with its rapid pace and fluid arrangements, often leads to stress from overcommitment. Establishing clear boundaries not only protects personal well-being but also builds a respectful workplace culture. I emphasize the importance of assertive communication to prevent burnout and sustain productivity. Essentially, healthy boundaries are key to managing stress and fostering a productive, well-balanced workplace.

Setting boundaries is a must in today's workforce. Some types of boundaries: 1. Physical Boundaries Such boundaries relate to space and touch. Establishing expectations that have to do with your workspace and your body. 2. Emotional Boundaries Being able to separate your feelings from those around you. 3. Mental Boundaries Such boundaries support and protect your mental energy. They may relate to your values and opinions at work such as setting work hours. Having health boundaries will increase your productivity, maintain a realistic workload, reduce the risk of burnout & increase happiness :)

Boundaries towards Bosses, colleagues, clients, family, friends, partner and of course yourself. Understand your tendencies, if you say yes too much, put a boundary around a fast no and a slow yes. It's important to consider where you are contributing to the problems as well.

A primera vista pareciera fácil poner límites, pero no es así pero para evitar sentirnos estresados y abrumados, y además tener relaciones sanas con lo demás, es necesario pactar límites claros. Es difícil porque: Sentimos temor a ser juzgados. Nos da miedo que nos rechacen o nos abandonen. Después de decir no, nos sentimos culpables. Queremos evitar conflictos. Nos sentimos responsables de los demás. ?Cuáles son los beneficios de poner límites? Aumento del autorrespeto. Aumento de la autocompasión. Aprendes a conocerte más. Tus relaciones se vuelven más saludables. Tienes más tiempo para ti y tu autocuidado. Te sientes más seguro y confiado en ti mismo. Aumenta tu responsabilidad hacia ti mismo.

Self-care is crucial for stress management in today's dynamic workplaces, yet often overlooked amidst new work demands. In my counseling, I've seen how neglecting self-care leads to increased stress and lower productivity. Emphasizing adequate rest, nutrition, exercise, and mindfulness can greatly reduce stress and boost resilience and creativity. Promoting self-care within organizational culture enhances engagement and productivity, making it essential for sustainable workplaces. Advocating for self-care practices at both individual and organizational levels is key to fostering healthier, more productive work environments.

The best time to practice self-care is when you feel least like it. When you feel overworked, stressed, and overwhelmed, it is critical for your physical and mental well-being to make time for self-care. Whether we pause long enough to take a few deep breaths, go for a short walk, or take a nap. The time you give yourself will let you recharge and rejuvenate your mind and body. In essence, self-care is not selfish, but rather a necessary component of managing stress and maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Practicar el autocuidado parte de un autoconocimiento Es fundamental conocer, entonces, el origen personal que causa el estrés como una respuesta ante un evento desequilibrante. Necesitamos hacer una evaluación partiendo de las situaciones y/o interacciones que causan un desequilibrio emocional. Posteriormente, si conocemos la lógica del comportamiento conductual inconsciente, podemos evaluar el rol dentro del triángulo dramático de Karpman (víctima, verdugo, salvador) y desde ahí desanclar el disparador inconsciente que provoca que tengamos estrés. Si no hacemos ésto la respuesta inconsciente seguirá dominando nuestra conducta, y por consiguiente, el autocuidado será poco efectivo; solo tendrá un efecto temporal. Hay que erradicar la causa

Practicing self-care is one of the most fundamental practices necessary to counteract the ill effects of chronic stress. It is important to choose activities that actually reduce stress and contribute to our well-being, rather than just distract us temporarily or numb us out. Examples of healthy self-care practices are walking in nature, mindful movement exercises - such as yoga or tai chi - listening to calming music, relaxing baths, or reading an uplifting book. These activities reduce stress. Whereas activities such as watching TV, scrolling through social media, and gaming can distract us from our issues, but at the same time can be stimulating the sympathetic nervous system and thus also causing a stress response in the body.

Delegar significa que le cedemos la responsabilidad a otra persona para realizar cierta tarea. A las personas que les cuesta hacerlo normalmente tiene estos rasgos característicos: 1. Perfeccionismo: creemos que nadie lo va a hacer “tan perfecto” como nosotros. 2. Control excesivo: al ceder esa responsabilidad, perdemos el control de esa tarea y eso nos produce inquietud. 3. Alto sentido de responsabilidad: no estamos seguros de que el otro será “tan” responsable como nosotros. 4. La idea de poder con todo: porque delegar si puedo hacerlo yo mismo. Ten en cuenta que somos nosotros mismos los que nos da?amos cuando no delegamos, porque estamos robando tiempo de nuestro autocuidado para atender cosas que no nos ata?en.

If your habits and behaviors are what led you to be overstressed and worn out, a change might be the right thing for you. Sometimes that overstress can be from a lack of control over our current situation. Try taking on a new challenge that will allow you full control over the process. Maybe it is a creative endeavor where you control not only the result but all the steps in between. Mastering a new skill can help us regain a sense of control and enjoyment. Try doing something that is out of the norm for you that maybe pushes your comfort zone. Don't reach for activities that will increase your stress but something that will help decrease it. Remember, starting something new takes patience and time so don't rush it and enjoy.

It's not about IF you need a break, it's about how long the break needs to be. We need to create natural stopping points in our day. Sometimes, it just has to do with time, like a lunch or coffee break. Other times we need to take a pause when we feel ourselves spinning out, getting overwhelmed, etc. In this hustle culture we live in, we need to learn how to let go of getting everything done right now in this moment so that we can get out of survival mode and come back in running on all cylinders. One thing that helps is learning to process our emotions in a healthy way. This is a game changer because we can sit with our feelings and allow them to dissipate instead of running away from them and running ourselves into the ground.

When your recurring thoughts turn to the thing that stresses you out. It is probably time to take a break or at least reduce your involvement in the thing that stresses you. The important thing about this is really assessing what IS stressing you, it might not be as obvious as you think. Try writing down what you do during 2 weeks and give each thing its own stress score from 0 to 10. For the things that are high on the score, try reducing, delegating, or removing them from your day and see if your stress level improves or if you stop constantly returning to thoughts of that thing in your mind.

El distrés, o estrés negativo tiene origen en una percepción de peligro. Nuestro cerebro subconsciente es predictivo, no reactivo, y por ello, cada vez que alguna situación conlleve que tengamos la percepción de una "pérdida o muerte" física, emocional o mental, se va a activar la sensación de peligro. Solamente actuando sobre el origen subconsciente que determina esa reacción eliminaremos las consecuencias (el distrés)

Your body keeps the score. Stress and pressure will always show up somewhere in your body. We are pretty smart, you just have to tune into the early warning lights that your vehicle is showing you.