6 Things To Do If Your Job Is Harming Your Mental Health
Oct 1, 2021
Navigating work-related stress can be tough, but recognizing its impact on mental health is crucial. Learn to identify signs of burnout and toxic environments. Discover practical steps to prioritize your well-being, like taking necessary breaks and setting boundaries. Emphasizing the importance of self-worth, the discussion encourages seeking support and becoming a mental health advocate. Gain insights into building a network that fosters both career growth and wellness.
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volunteer_activism ADVICE
Diversify Clients and Contacts
Avoid relying on one major client; diversify to mitigate risks if one client drops off.
Connect with multiple people at each client company to maintain relationships even if your main contact leaves.
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Prioritize Vacations
Regularly take vacations to prevent burnout and improve productivity.
Don't let work anxieties deter you; work will continue, and you'll return refreshed.
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Address Toxic Work Environments
If you're in a toxic work environment, address it by speaking to a trusted manager or boss.
Openly communicate your concerns to someone who can help improve the situation.
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At work, many of us often struggle in silence. We take on as much work as we possibly can, often pushing ourselves beyond our limits because we want to impress our boss, get a promotion and possibly get a salary raise. We all want a promising career.
Yes, it is commendable to work hard for your goals. Yes, it is admirable to strive for something you want to achieve. And yes, only you can make your life better through perseverance, BUT never at the expense of your mental health and well being.
In this episode of On Purpose, Jay Shetty shares tips on how you can identify when your mental health is at risk and how to get out of it without losing your job.
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Key Takeaways:
00:00 Intro
01:05 When your job is harming your mental health
07:00 Step #1: Become aware of how your work affects you well-being
10:21 Two big mistakes entrepreneurs make
13:03 Step #2: If you’re in an atmosphere you feel that is toxic
17:55 Step #3: Become a mental health ambassador
20:35 Step #4: Take the time off if you need it
21:16 Step #5: Being careful about how much you take on
22:28 Step #6: Make sure that you speak to someone
On Purpose with Jay Shetty