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How to prioritize self-care in the workplace
How to adapt to new work arrangements
How to maintain work-life balance
Speak Up
If things are incredibly difficult, or if you need to take more time off than your mental health days allow, you may need to say something to your employer.
Don’t feel obligated to disclose details. If you’re taking a lot of time off or you’re worried others will wonder what’s going on, you can tell them that you’ve been “dealing with some health issues” and leave it at that. Or, consult with HR to determine the best approach.
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Take Care of Yourself
It’s okay to take time to take care of yourself—in fact, it’s actually a very important factor in your professional success.
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Get Help
Working with a therapist or support group is the best way to help you cope with your symptoms, which in turn will help you better manage your professional life.
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Set Clear Goals
- Set very clear goals for yourself and be realistic about what you would be able to accomplish. Do it on a daily basis.
- Create lists for the day and highlight your top priorities.
- Double-check any important memos, give yourself extra time to prepare assign...
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Find Support
It’s key to find trusted friends or family who can support you through this difficult time.
Participating in a depression and anxiety therapy group is a great way to learn coping strategies for the workplace from other participants.
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When to speak up
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- Do I really mean it, or do I just want to hear my own voice?
- Can I defend it if I'm challenged on it?
- Can I say it thoughtfully?
Giving up
Sometimes, a project just isn’t worth burning more hours over, and you ultimately need to figure out if it’s time to quit.
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